1960 Ginetta G4 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 47 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1960 Ginetta G4. (39 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1960 Ginetta G4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1145 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ginetta G4. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ginetta G4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ginetta G4 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ginetta | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | G4 | C |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23 L | 62 L |
