2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1966 Ginetta G12
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 38 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1966 Ginetta G12. (158 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 Ginetta G12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 733 kg more than 1966 Ginetta G12. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ginetta G12. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ginetta G12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1966 Ginetta G12 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ginetta |
| Model | Corvette | G12 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 54 L |
