1991 Ginetta G vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1997 Porsche Boxster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ginetta G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ginetta G would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ginetta G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Ginetta G. (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1991 Ginetta G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 375 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, 1991 Ginetta G (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Ginetta G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ginetta G | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ginetta | Porsche |
| Model | G | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2360 mm |
