1997 Ford Scorpio vs. 1970 Ginetta G21
To start off, 1997 Ford Scorpio is newer by 27 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ginetta G21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ginetta G21 (128 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ginetta G21 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 685 kg more than 1970 Ginetta G21.
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, 1997 Ford Scorpio (293 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ginetta G21. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ginetta G21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Scorpio | 1970 Ginetta G21 | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | Scorpio | G21 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
