2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1973 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 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | F-150 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2090 mm |
