1991 Ginetta G vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1991 Ginetta G is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ginetta G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (232 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1991 Ginetta G. (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1991 Ginetta G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 675 kg more than 1991 Ginetta G. 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (351 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ginetta G. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ginetta G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ginetta G | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Ginetta | Toyota |
| Model | G | Supra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
