1965 Sunbeam Tiger vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 46 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Tiger. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Tiger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Sunbeam Tiger weights approximately 35 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tiger | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Size | 4261 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 98 L |
