1965 Sunbeam Tiger vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 45 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Tiger. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Tiger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 190 kg more than 1965 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:
| 1965 Sunbeam Tiger | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Toyota |
| Model | Tiger | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Size | 4261 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 79 L |
