2008 Audi A4 vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 34 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 1005 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, 2008 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Audi | Sunbeam |
| Model | A4 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2090 mm |
