2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 33 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1035 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Sunbeam |
| Model | Silverado | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2090 mm |
