1964 Sunbeam Tiger vs. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1984 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Sunbeam Tiger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Sunbeam Tiger would be higher. At 4,261 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Sunbeam Tiger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Sunbeam Tiger (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Sunbeam Tiger should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 160 kg more than 1964 Sunbeam Tiger.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Sunbeam Tiger | 1984 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Vauxhall |
| Model | Tiger | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4261 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2680 mm |
