1965 Ginetta G10 vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 24 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 59 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. (231 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ginetta G10 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 548 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.
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1965 Ginetta G10 | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Ginetta | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | G10 | 300 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4726 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |