1970 Ford Falcon vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1972 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 720 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (408 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Falcon | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2090 mm |
