1966 Ginetta G12 vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1970 Pontiac GTO is newer by 4 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 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (360 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1966 Ginetta G12. (158 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1966 Ginetta G12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 928 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (678 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ginetta G12. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ginetta G12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ginetta G12 | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Ginetta | Pontiac |
| Model | G12 | GTO |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 67 L |
