1966 Ginetta G12 vs. 1963 Holden EJ
To start off, 1966 Ginetta G12 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden EJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden EJ would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Holden EJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ginetta G12 (158 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ginetta G12 should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Holden EJ weights approximately 347 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1966 Ginetta G12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ginetta G12 | 1963 Holden EJ | |
| Make | Ginetta | Holden |
| Model | G12 | EJ |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
