1966 Ginetta G12 vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 46 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 1966 Ginetta G12. (158 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ginetta G12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 818 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, 2012 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ginetta G12. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ginetta G12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ginetta G12 | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Ferrari |
| Model | G12 | 599 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 335 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 | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 105 L |
