1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1965 Ginetta G10
To start off, 1993 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ginetta G10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ginetta G10 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ginetta G10 (290 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ginetta G10 should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 914 kg more than 1965 Ginetta G10.
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. 1993 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1965 Ginetta G10 has manual transmission. 1965 Ginetta G10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Buick Roadmaster | 1965 Ginetta G10 | |
Make | Buick | Ginetta |
Model | Roadmaster | G10 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4726 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2290 mm |