1972 Ginetta G15 vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ginetta G15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ginetta G15 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1972 Ginetta G15. (51 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1972 Ginetta G15.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ginetta G15. (70 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ginetta G15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ginetta G15 | 1989 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Ginetta | Pontiac |
| Model | G15 | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
