1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1966 Ginetta G12
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ginetta G12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ginetta G12 would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ginetta G12 (158 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ginetta G12 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 696 kg more than 1966 Ginetta G12.
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 Chevelle (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ginetta G12. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ginetta G12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1966 Ginetta G12 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ginetta |
| Model | Chevelle | G12 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 54 L |
