1965 Ginetta G10 vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1981 Toyota Soarer is newer by 16 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 4,726 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Ginetta G10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ginetta G10 (290 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ginetta G10 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 365 kg more than 1965 Ginetta G10.
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 | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Ginetta | Toyota |
| Model | G10 | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4726 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
