1960 Ginetta G4 vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 14 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1960 Ginetta G4. (39 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1960 Ginetta G4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 1405 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.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ginetta G4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (447 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ginetta G4. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ginetta G4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ginetta G4 | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Ginetta | Plymouth |
| Model | G4 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2700 mm |
