1992 Acura NSX vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1992 Acura NSX is newer by 22 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Acura NSX weights approximately 655 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, 1992 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Acura NSX | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Acura | Sunbeam |
| Model | NSX | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2090 mm |
