1981 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1966 Sunbeam Tiger
To start off, 1981 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 15 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 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Sunbeam Tiger (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Sunbeam Tiger should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 402 kg more than 1966 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:
| 1981 Pontiac Firebird | 1966 Sunbeam Tiger | |
| Make | Pontiac | Sunbeam |
| Model | Firebird | Tiger |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 4259 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 27 L |
