2008 Audi A4 vs. 1975 Sunbeam Chamois

To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1975 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 (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 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 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.

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2008 Audi A4 1975 Sunbeam Chamois
Make Audi Sunbeam
Model A4 Chamois
Year Released 2008 1975
Engine Size 1984 cc 875 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 250 HP 36 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 195 Nm 68 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 715 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 3540 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2090 mm