1965 Ginetta G10 vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1967 Mercury Montclair is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ginetta G10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ginetta G10 would be higher. At 6,989 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1965 Ginetta G10. (290 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1965 Ginetta G10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 420 kg more than 1965 Ginetta G10. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ginetta G10 | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Ginetta | Mercury |
| Model | G10 | Montclair |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4726 cc | 6989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3130 mm |
