1990 Ginetta G33 vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1990 Ginetta G33 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ginetta G33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ginetta G33 (198 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ginetta G33 should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ginetta G33 weights approximately 19 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. 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, 1990 Ginetta G33 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1990 Ginetta G33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ginetta G33 | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Porsche |
| Model | G33 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 874 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 52 L |
