1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 23 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 675 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Sunbeam |
| Model | 200 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2090 mm |
