1960 Ginetta G4 vs. 2008 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 48 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1960 Ginetta G4. (39 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1960 Ginetta G4.
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, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ginetta G4. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ginetta G4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ginetta G4 | 2008 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Ginetta | Pontiac |
| Model | G4 | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23 L | 49 L |
