1968 Ford 12 M vs. 1996 Ginetta G34
To start off, 1996 Ginetta G34 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ginetta G34 (190 HP) has 146 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M.
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, 1996 Ginetta G34 (281 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm). This means 1996 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 12 M | 1996 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | 12 M | G34 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1182 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1050 mm |
