1991 Ginetta G vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 18 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, 1991 Ginetta G (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ginetta G should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lotus Elise weights approximately 75 kg more than 1991 Ginetta G.
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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1991 Ginetta G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ginetta G | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Ginetta | Lotus |
| Model | G | Elise |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
