1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1965 Sunbeam Tiger
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Sunbeam Tiger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Sunbeam Tiger would be higher. At 5,360 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (191 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Tiger. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Tiger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 270 kg more than 1965 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:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1965 Sunbeam Tiger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Sunbeam |
| Model | Corvette | Tiger |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Size | 5360 cc | 4261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2190 mm |
