1960 Ginetta G4 vs. 1996 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1996 Nissan Laurel is newer by 36 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1960 Ginetta G4. (39 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1960 Ginetta G4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 885 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, 1996 Nissan Laurel (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ginetta G4. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ginetta G4. 1996 Nissan Laurel 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. 1996 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ginetta G4 | 1996 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Ginetta | Nissan |
| Model | G4 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 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 | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2730 mm |
