2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1964 Sunbeam Tiger
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 45 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Tiger. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Tiger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Sunbeam Tiger weights approximately 12 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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.
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2009 Chevrolet Express | 1964 Sunbeam Tiger | |
Make | Chevrolet | Sunbeam |
Model | Express | Tiger |
Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
Body Type | Van | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2190 mm |