2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1971 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 Ferrari 550 (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Ferrari | Sunbeam |
| Model | 550 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2090 mm |
