1996 Audi A6 vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1971 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, 1996 Audi A6 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Audi | Sunbeam |
| Model | A6 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2090 mm |
