2007 Opel Signum vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2007 Opel Signum is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Signum (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Signum weights approximately 820 kg more than 1971 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 Opel Signum (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Signum | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Opel | Sunbeam |
| Model | Signum | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2090 mm |
