1973 Ginetta G15 vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ginetta G15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ginetta G15 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1973 Ginetta G15. (51 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1973 Ginetta G15.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ginetta G15. (70 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ginetta G15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ginetta G15 | 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Ginetta | Oldsmobile |
| Model | G15 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
