1998 Ford Mustang vs. 1966 Ginetta G12
To start off, 1998 Ford Mustang is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ginetta G12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ginetta G12 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ginetta G12 (158 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ginetta G12 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Mustang weights approximately 603 kg more than 1966 Ginetta G12.
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, 1998 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ginetta G12. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ginetta G12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Mustang | 1966 Ginetta G12 | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | Mustang | G12 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
