1970 Ginetta G21 vs. 1965 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1970 Ginetta G21 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ginetta G21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ginetta G21 (128 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ginetta G21 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ginetta G21 weights approximately 391 kg more than 1965 Steyr 500D. 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, 1970 Ginetta G21 (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Ginetta G21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ginetta G21 | 1965 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Ginetta | Steyr |
| Model | G21 | 500D |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 1850 mm |
