1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1966 Sunbeam Tiger
To start off, 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Sunbeam Tiger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Sunbeam Tiger would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1966 Sunbeam Tiger. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1966 Sunbeam Tiger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 650 kg more than 1966 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:
| 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1966 Sunbeam Tiger | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Sunbeam |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Tiger |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4259 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2190 mm |
