1970 Maserati Indy vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1971 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 827 kg more than 1971 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 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Indy | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Maserati | Sunbeam |
| Model | Indy | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2090 mm |
