2001 Jaguar X-Type vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2001 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 30 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (231 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 880 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, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar X-Type | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Jaguar | Sunbeam |
| Model | X-Type | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2090 mm |
