2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 34 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 925 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, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Vel Satis | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Renault | Sunbeam |
| Model | Vel Satis | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2090 mm |
