2009 Audi A8 vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 35 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 4,172 cc, 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (329 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 1140 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, 2009 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Audi | Sunbeam |
| Model | A8 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 873 cc |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2090 mm |
