1966 Ginetta G12 vs. 1960 Jaguar 3.8
To start off, 1966 Ginetta G12 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar 3.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar 3.8 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar 3.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1966 Ginetta G12. (158 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ginetta G12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar 3.8 weights approximately 661 kg more than 1966 Ginetta G12. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ginetta G12. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar 3.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ginetta G12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ginetta G12 | 1960 Jaguar 3.8 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Jaguar |
| Model | G12 | 3.8 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 54 L |
