1965 Sunbeam Tiger vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Sunbeam Tiger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Sunbeam Tiger would be higher. At 4,261 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Sunbeam Tiger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Sunbeam Tiger (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Tiger should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 310 kg more than 1965 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:
| 1965 Sunbeam Tiger | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Toyota |
| Model | Tiger | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Size | 4261 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |
