1960 Ginetta G4 vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1971 Holden Belmont is newer by 11 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1960 Ginetta G4. (39 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1960 Ginetta G4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 895 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ginetta G4. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ginetta G4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ginetta G4 | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ginetta | Holden |
| Model | G4 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2830 mm |
