1971 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 TVR Griffith weights approximately 345 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, 1991 TVR Griffith (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Sunbeam | TVR |
| Model | Chamois | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2290 mm |
