1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 1970 Ginetta G21
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is newer by 2 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Ginetta G21. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne should accelerate faster 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, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ginetta G21. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ginetta G21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 1970 Ginetta G21 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ginetta |
| Model | Biscayne | G21 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 45 L |
