1996 Dodge Viper vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1996 Dodge Viper is newer by 22 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Viper weights approximately 840 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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 596 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Viper | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Dodge | Sunbeam |
| Model | Viper | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2090 mm |
