2000 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 632 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (203 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Pontiac | Sunbeam |
| Model | Grand Prix | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2090 mm |
