2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 920 kg more than 1970 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 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Cadillac | Sunbeam |
| Model | Escalade | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2090 mm |
