1993 Porsche 964 vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1993 Porsche 964 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 964 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1974 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 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 964 | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Porsche | Sunbeam |
| Model | 964 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2090 mm |
