1966 Ginetta G11 vs. 1966 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, both 1966 Ginetta G11 and 1966 Maserati Ghibli were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,709 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Ghibli (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1966 Ginetta G11. (94 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1966 Ginetta G11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 549 kg more than 1966 Ginetta G11. 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:
| 1966 Ginetta G11 | 1966 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Ginetta | Maserati |
| Model | G11 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 1788 cc | 4709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |
