1995 Audi A8 vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1995 Audi A8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A8 (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A8 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1973 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, 1995 Audi A8 (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A8 | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Audi | Sunbeam |
| Model | A8 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2090 mm |
