2005 Audi A8 vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 31 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 5,998 cc, 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 1280 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, 2005 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Audi | Sunbeam |
| Model | A8 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2090 mm |
