2005 Ford Econoline vs. 1960 Ginetta G4
To start off, 2005 Ford Econoline is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ginetta G4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ginetta G4 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1960 Ginetta G4. (39 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1960 Ginetta G4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1880 kg more than 1960 Ginetta G4. 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, 2005 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ginetta G4. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ginetta G4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Econoline | 1960 Ginetta G4 | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | Econoline | G4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2050 mm |
