1990 Ginetta G32 vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1990 Ginetta G32 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Comet (137 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Ginetta G32. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1990 Ginetta G32. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 634 kg more than 1990 Ginetta G32. 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (319 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ginetta G32. (145 Nm). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ginetta G32.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ginetta G32 | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Ginetta | Mercury |
| Model | G32 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2800 mm |
