2008 Audi S5 vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2008 Audi S5 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S5 weights approximately 1050 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 S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S5 | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Audi | Sunbeam |
| Model | S5 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2090 mm |
