2006 Maserati MC12 vs. 1975 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2006 Maserati MC12 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 587 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1975 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 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati MC12 | 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Maserati | Sunbeam |
| Model | MC12 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2090 mm |
