1960 Ginetta G4 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 45 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 2,995 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1960 Ginetta G4. (39 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1960 Ginetta G4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1501 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ginetta G4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ginetta G4. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ginetta G4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ginetta G4 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ginetta | Toyota |
| Model | G4 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1946 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23 L | 180 L |
