1966 Sunbeam Tiger vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, both 1966 Sunbeam Tiger and 1966 Triumph GT6 were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,259 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Sunbeam Tiger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Sunbeam Tiger (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Sunbeam Tiger should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Sunbeam Tiger weights approximately 280 kg more than 1966 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Sunbeam Tiger | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Triumph |
| Model | Tiger | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 4259 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 44 L |
