1998 Acura NSX vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Acura | Sunbeam |
| Model | NSX | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2090 mm |
