1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage 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 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 564 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1970 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 746 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
Make | Aston Martin | Sunbeam |
Model | Vantage | Chamois |
Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2090 mm |