1970 Ginetta G21 vs. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1970 Ginetta G21 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ginetta G21 (128 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (124 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ginetta G21 should accelerate faster than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 919 kg more than 1970 Ginetta G21.
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, 1946 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ginetta G21. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1946 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ginetta G21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ginetta G21 | 1946 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | Ginetta | Jaguar |
| Model | G21 | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3060 mm |
