1973 Porsche 911 vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1973 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Porsche 911 weights approximately 185 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, 1973 Porsche 911 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Porsche 911 | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Porsche | Sunbeam |
| Model | 911 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2090 mm |
