1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1975 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 13 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 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1205 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, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Virage | 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Sunbeam |
| Model | Virage | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2090 mm |
