1973 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1505 kg more than 1973 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, 2010 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Sunbeam | GMC |
| Model | Chamois | Savana |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 3429 mm |
