1983 Jaguar XJS vs. 1965 Sunbeam Tiger
To start off, 1983 Jaguar XJS is newer by 18 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, 1983 Jaguar XJS (226 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Tiger. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Tiger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 520 kg more than 1965 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:
| 1983 Jaguar XJS | 1965 Sunbeam Tiger | |
| Make | Jaguar | Sunbeam |
| Model | XJS | Tiger |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 4261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2190 mm |
