1994 Ford Mustang vs. 1970 Ginetta G21
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ginetta G21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ginetta G21 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1970 Ginetta G21. (128 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1970 Ginetta G21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 799 kg more than 1970 Ginetta G21. 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ginetta G21. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ginetta G21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Mustang | 1970 Ginetta G21 | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | Mustang | G21 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
