1963 Ford Zodiac vs. 1966 Ginetta G12
To start off, 1966 Ginetta G12 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ginetta G12 (158 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ginetta G12 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 483 kg more than 1966 Ginetta G12.
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, 1963 Ford Zodiac (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ginetta G12. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ginetta G12.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Zodiac | 1966 Ginetta G12 | |
Make | Ford | Ginetta |
Model | Zodiac | G12 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72.6 mm |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 787 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |