2008 Honda S2000 vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 465 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 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda S2000 | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
Make | Honda | Sunbeam |
Model | S2000 | Chamois |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2090 mm |