1985 Lincoln Continental vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1985 Lincoln Continental is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lincoln Continental (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 985 kg more than 1973 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 Lincoln Continental (338 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lincoln Continental | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Lincoln | Sunbeam |
| Model | Continental | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2090 mm |
