1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 10 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1007 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, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Sunbeam |
| Model | Caprice | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2090 mm |
