1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1972 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 600 kg more than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Holden Monaro (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Holden | Sunbeam |
| Model | Monaro | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 3032 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2090 mm |
