1974 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2004 TVR T 350
To start off, 2004 TVR T 350 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR T 350 (346 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 TVR T 350 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1974 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, 2004 TVR T 350 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | 2004 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | TVR |
| Model | Chamois | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 873 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2370 mm |
