1966 Sunbeam Tiger vs. 2011 Ascari A10
To start off, 2011 Ascari A10 is newer by 45 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1966 Sunbeam Tiger. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1966 Sunbeam Tiger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ascari A10 weights approximately 140 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 | 2011 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Ascari |
| Model | Tiger | A10 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4259 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2636 mm |
