2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1972 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 Porsche 911 (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Porsche | Sunbeam |
| Model | 911 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 3822 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2090 mm |
