2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 920 kg more than 1971 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 Cadillac STS (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Cadillac | Sunbeam |
| Model | STS | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2090 mm |
