1966 Ginetta G12 vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1968 Peugeot 504 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ginetta G12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ginetta G12 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ginetta G12 (158 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ginetta G12 should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 443 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, 1968 Peugeot 504 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ginetta G12. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ginetta G12.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ginetta G12 | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Ginetta | Peugeot |
Model | G12 | 504 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 81 mm |
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 | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |