1972 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 777 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Chevrolet |
| Model | Chamois | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2685 mm |
