1999 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 26 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (631 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 595 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder weights approximately 535 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, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (720 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 652 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Sidewinder | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Dodge | Sunbeam |
| Model | Sidewinder | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 631 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2090 mm |
