1970 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1970 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Toyota |
| Model | Chamois | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 874 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 3030 mm |
