1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 24 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 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1695 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | F-250 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2090 mm |
