1990 Ginetta G33 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 16 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 50 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ginetta G33 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 736 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ginetta G33. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ginetta G33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ginetta G33 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ginetta | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | G33 | E |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 874 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 65 L |
