1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJR is newer by 19 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 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 1085 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Jaguar | Sunbeam |
| Model | XJR | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2090 mm |
