1960 Ginetta G4 vs. 1981 Volvo 265
To start off, 1981 Volvo 265 is newer by 21 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 265 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1960 Ginetta G4. (39 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ginetta G4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 265 weights approximately 977 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, 1981 Volvo 265 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ginetta G4. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1981 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 | 1981 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Volvo |
| Model | G4 | 265 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1422 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 |
