1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 833 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 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
Make | Chevrolet | Sunbeam |
Model | Corvette | Chamois |
Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 875 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2090 mm |