2007 Honda NSX vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 770 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 Honda NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda NSX | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Honda | Sunbeam |
| Model | NSX | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2090 mm |
