1960 Ginetta G4 vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 1980 Volvo 265 is newer by 20 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 2,315 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 265 (82 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1960 Ginetta G4. (39 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ginetta G4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 265 weights approximately 1055 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, 1980 Volvo 265 (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ginetta G4. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ginetta G4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ginetta G4 | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Volvo |
| Model | G4 | 265 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23 L | 58 L |
