1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 13 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 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 875 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (536 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Sunbeam |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2090 mm |
