2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Sunbeam |
| Model | Suburban | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2090 mm |
