2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 36 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 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 903 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Cadillac | Sunbeam |
| Model | CTS | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2090 mm |
