2006 Porsche Boxster vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1974 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 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Boxster | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Porsche | Sunbeam |
| Model | Boxster | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2686 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2090 mm |
