1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 1967 Sunbeam Tiger
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Sunbeam Tiger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Sunbeam Tiger would be higher. At 4,738 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Sunbeam Tiger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1967 Sunbeam Tiger. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1967 Sunbeam Tiger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 490 kg more than 1967 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:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 1967 Sunbeam Tiger | |
| Make | Jaguar | Sunbeam |
| Model | XJS | Tiger |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 4738 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 27 L |
