1976 Nissan 260 ZX vs. 1965 Sunbeam Tiger
To start off, 1976 Nissan 260 ZX is newer by 11 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 4,261 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Sunbeam Tiger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Sunbeam Tiger (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX. (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Tiger should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan 260 ZX weights approximately 24 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:
| 1976 Nissan 260 ZX | 1965 Sunbeam Tiger | |
| Make | Nissan | Sunbeam |
| Model | 260 ZX | Tiger |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 4261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2190 mm |
