1964 Sunbeam Tiger vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 48 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Tiger. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Tiger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 555 kg more than 1964 Sunbeam Tiger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Aston Martin |
| Model | Tiger | DBS |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4261 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2741 mm |
