1960 Ginetta G4 vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 18 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1960 Ginetta G4. (39 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1960 Ginetta G4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 1181 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, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ginetta G4. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ginetta G4. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1960 Ginetta G4 has manual transmission. 1960 Ginetta G4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ginetta G4 | 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Ginetta | Oldsmobile |
| Model | G4 | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2960 mm |
