2003 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1151 kg more than 1970 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, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Maserati Quattroporte | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Maserati | Sunbeam |
| Model | Quattroporte | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2090 mm |
