1985 AC Cobra vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 AC Cobra weights approximately 460 kg more than 1970 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, 1985 AC Cobra (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | AC | Sunbeam |
| Model | Cobra | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2090 mm |
