1966 Ginetta G12 vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Omega is newer by 24 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ginetta G12 (158 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ginetta G12 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 512 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (169 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1966 Ginetta G12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ginetta G12 | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ginetta | Opel |
| Model | G12 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
