1976 BMW 630 vs. 1967 Sunbeam Tiger
To start off, 1976 BMW 630 is newer by 9 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 4,738 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Sunbeam Tiger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Sunbeam Tiger (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1976 BMW 630. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Sunbeam Tiger should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 630 weights approximately 318 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:
| 1976 BMW 630 | 1967 Sunbeam Tiger | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | 630 | Tiger |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4738 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2190 mm |
