1996 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1050 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 Cadillac Eldorado (406 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Cadillac Eldorado | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Cadillac | Sunbeam |
| Model | Eldorado | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2090 mm |
