2009 Nissan Murano vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 36 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 845 kg more than 1973 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 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Murano | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Nissan | Sunbeam |
| Model | Murano | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2090 mm |
