2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (128 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 825 kg more than 1974 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 Mercedes-Benz C (189 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Sunbeam |
| Model | C | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2090 mm |
