2005 Ford F-350 vs. 1966 Ginetta G12
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 39 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1966 Ginetta G12. (158 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ginetta G12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 463 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ginetta G12. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ginetta G12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 1966 Ginetta G12 | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | F-350 | G12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 54 L |
