1969 Pontiac GTO vs. 1967 Sunbeam Tiger
To start off, 1969 Pontiac GTO is newer by 2 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 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1967 Sunbeam Tiger. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1967 Sunbeam Tiger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 260 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:
| 1969 Pontiac GTO | 1967 Sunbeam Tiger | |
| Make | Pontiac | Sunbeam |
| Model | GTO | Tiger |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Size | 6549 cc | 4738 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 27 L |
