1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 1967 Sunbeam Tiger
To start off, 1973 Mercury Cougar is newer by 6 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 6,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Sunbeam Tiger (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Sunbeam Tiger should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 915 kg more than 1967 Sunbeam Tiger.
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:
| 1973 Mercury Cougar | 1967 Sunbeam Tiger | |
| Make | Mercury | Sunbeam |
| Model | Cougar | Tiger |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Size | 6589 cc | 4738 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2190 mm |
