1960 Ginetta G4 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ginetta G4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ginetta G4 would be higher. At 2,744 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1960 Ginetta G4. (39 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ginetta G4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1960 Ginetta G4. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ginetta G4. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ginetta G4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ginetta G4 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | G4 | 280 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2744 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23 L | 95 L |
