1990 Ginetta G33 vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ginetta G33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ginetta G33 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 8 more horse power than 1994 Mercedes-Benz S. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ginetta G33 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1022 kg more than 1990 Ginetta G33.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercedes-Benz S. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Ginetta G33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ginetta G33 | 1994 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ginetta | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | G33 | S |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 874 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |
