1994 Citroen XM vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1994 Citroen XM is newer by 20 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 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 778 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, 1994 Citroen XM (235 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Citroen | Sunbeam |
| Model | XM | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2963 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2090 mm |
