2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 854 kg more than 1972 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Sunbeam |
| Model | Corvette | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2090 mm |
