1967 Sunbeam Tiger vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 41 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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1967 Sunbeam Tiger. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster 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 | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Panoz |
| Model | Tiger | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 4738 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 59 L |
