1990 Ginetta G33 vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Ginetta G33 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ginetta G33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 Ginetta G33. (198 HP @ 5280 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ginetta G33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Porsche 911 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1990 Ginetta G33. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (280 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Ginetta G33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ginetta G33 | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Porsche |
| Model | G33 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 874 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2270 mm |
