1990 Ginetta G33 vs. 1968 Honda S800

To start off, 1990 Ginetta G33 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S800 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 131 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ginetta G33 should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ginetta G33 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1968 Honda S800. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1990 Ginetta G33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Ginetta G33 1968 Honda S800
Make Ginetta Honda
Model G33 S800
Year Released 1990 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3947 cc 791 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 198 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 5280 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 66 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 6000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 60 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.1 mm 70 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 9.5:1
Top Speed 220 km/hour 156 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 874 kg 714 kg
Vehicle Length 3840 mm 3340 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1410 mm
Vehicle Height 1050 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 41 L 35 L