1970 Ginetta G21 vs. 2005 MG XPower
To start off, 2005 MG XPower is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ginetta G21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ginetta G21 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG XPower (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1970 Ginetta G21. (128 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 1970 Ginetta G21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG XPower weights approximately 669 kg more than 1970 Ginetta G21. 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, 2005 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ginetta G21. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ginetta G21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ginetta G21 | 2005 MG XPower | |
| Make | Ginetta | MG |
| Model | G21 | XPower |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2680 mm |
