2001 Audi A8 vs. 1975 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1975 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, 2001 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Audi | Sunbeam |
| Model | A8 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2090 mm |
