1960 Ginetta G4 vs. 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 43 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. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 504 more horse power than 1960 Ginetta G4. (39 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ginetta G4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 653 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, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (638 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ginetta G4. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ginetta G4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ginetta G4 | 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Nissan |
| Model | G4 | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 638 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2730 mm |
