1967 Sunbeam Tiger vs. 2012 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1967 Sunbeam Tiger. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Sunbeam Tiger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1408 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.
Because 2012 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Sunbeam Tiger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover LR4 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Land Rover |
| Model | Tiger | LR4 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Size | 4738 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1882 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 86 L |
