1966 Ginetta G12 vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 42 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1966 Ginetta G12. (158 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ginetta G12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 463 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ginetta G12. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ginetta G12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ginetta G12 | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Honda |
| Model | G12 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| 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 | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
