1966 Ginetta G12 vs. 2003 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 37 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1966 Ginetta G12. (158 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ginetta G12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 215 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, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ginetta G12. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ginetta G12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ginetta G12 | 2003 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Morgan |
| Model | G12 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
