1967 Sunbeam Tiger vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 45 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, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1967 Sunbeam Tiger. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1967 Sunbeam Tiger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1967 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:
| 1967 Sunbeam Tiger | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | BMW |
| Model | Tiger | 328 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Size | 4738 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 57 L |
