1987 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1964 Sunbeam Tiger
To start off, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Sunbeam Tiger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Sunbeam Tiger would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Tiger. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Tiger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 280 kg more than 1964 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:
| 1987 De Tomaso Pantera | 1964 Sunbeam Tiger | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Sunbeam |
| Model | Pantera | Tiger |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 4261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2190 mm |
