2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1035 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 Chevrolet Silverado (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Sunbeam |
| Model | Silverado | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2090 mm |
