1967 Sunbeam Tiger vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Sunbeam Tiger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Sunbeam Tiger would be higher. At 4,738 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Sunbeam Tiger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Sunbeam Tiger (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Sunbeam Tiger should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 612 kg more than 1967 Sunbeam Tiger.
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:
| 1967 Sunbeam Tiger | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | BMW |
| Model | Tiger | 525 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Size | 4738 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
