1990 Ginetta G33 vs. 1996 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1996 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 6 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, 1996 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1990 Ginetta G33. (198 HP @ 5280 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1990 Ginetta G33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 726 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, 1996 Vauxhall Carlton (531 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ginetta G33. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ginetta G33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ginetta G33 | 1996 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Ginetta | Vauxhall |
| Model | G33 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 3638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| 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 | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2740 mm |
