2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1967 Sunbeam Tiger
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 33 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1967 Sunbeam Tiger. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1967 Sunbeam Tiger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 68 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:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1967 Sunbeam Tiger | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Mustang | Tiger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4738 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2190 mm |
