1966 Ginetta G12 vs. 1955 Tatra T603
To start off, 1966 Ginetta G12 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ginetta G12 (158 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1955 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ginetta G12 should accelerate faster than 1955 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Tatra T603 weights approximately 683 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, 1966 Ginetta G12 (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Ginetta G12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ginetta G12 | 1955 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Tatra |
| Model | G12 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
