1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1975 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 (95 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1975 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Sunbeam |
| Model | 200 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2090 mm |
