2004 Audi S4 vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 30 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 1005 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, 2004 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Audi | Sunbeam |
| Model | S4 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2090 mm |
