1966 Sunbeam Tiger vs. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Sunbeam Tiger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Sunbeam Tiger would be higher. At 4,259 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Sunbeam Tiger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1966 Sunbeam Tiger. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1966 Sunbeam Tiger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 490 kg more than 1966 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:
| 1966 Sunbeam Tiger | 2007 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Sunbeam | SsangYong |
| Model | Tiger | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 4259 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2910 mm |
