2001 Acura NSX vs. 1967 Sunbeam Tiger
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 34 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, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1967 Sunbeam Tiger. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1967 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:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1967 Sunbeam Tiger | |
| Make | Acura | Sunbeam |
| Model | NSX | Tiger |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4738 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 27 L |
