1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1965 Sunbeam Tiger
To start off, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 8 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Sunbeam Tiger (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Tiger should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 795 kg more than 1965 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1965 Sunbeam Tiger | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Sunbeam |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Tiger |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 3970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2190 mm |
