1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 1965 Sunbeam Tiger
To start off, 1970 Pontiac GTO is newer by 5 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 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Tiger. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Tiger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 575 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:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 1965 Sunbeam Tiger | |
| Make | Pontiac | Sunbeam |
| Model | GTO | Tiger |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Size | 6548 cc | 4261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 27 L |
