2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Arnage (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1870 kg more than 1972 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, 2007 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 807 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Arnage | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Bentley | Sunbeam |
| Model | Arnage | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2090 mm |
