Sunbeam Tiger Mark I

Sunbeam Tiger at Frosts

Sunbeam Tiger at Frosts

Sunbeam Tiger Mark I - key facts

  • First introduced in 1964, the Sunbeam Tiger Mark I ended production in 1966.
  • 60mph was reached in 8.8 seconds.
  • Maximum speed of the Sunbeam Tiger Mark I was 117 mph.
  • A total of 6,530 units were manufactured .
Sunbeam Tiger Mark I Specifications
Production 6,530
From 1964
Until 1966
Bodywork
Body StyleSports
Dimensions
Length13ft 1in4m
Width5ft 01/2in1.54m
Wheelbase7ft 1in2m
Front Track4ft 33/4in1.31m
Rear Track4ft 33/4in1.31m
Kerb Weight2525lb/1.127ton1145kg
Engine
Engine displacement4261cc260cu in
Bore3.8in96.5mm
Stroke2.87in73mm
Cylinders8
Cylinder LayoutVee
Valve operationOverhead valve
Compression ratio8.8:1
Power Output164bhp @ 4400rpm162PS @ 4400rpm
Specific Output38bhp/litre0.63bhp/cu in
Torque Output258lbft @ 2200rpm350Nm @ 2200rpm
Specific Torque82Nm/litre
Fuel TypePetrol
Fuel systemSingle Carburettor
Carburettor makeFord
Performance
Power to weight145bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-50mph6.8 seconds
Acceleration 0-60mph8.8 seconds
Standing Qtr mile17 seconds
Top speed117mph188km/h
Fuel consumption16mpg6.8km/l
Chassis
Engine locationFront
Engine alignmentLongitudinal
Driven wheelsRear
Front SuspensionIndependent Coil Spring
Rear SuspensionBeam axle half eliptic leaf
BrakesDisc front, Drum rear
Gearbox type4 speed Manual
Number of gears4
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