2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1970 Ginetta G21
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 37 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1970 Ginetta G21. (128 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1970 Ginetta G21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 783 kg more than 1970 Ginetta G21. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ginetta G21. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ginetta G21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1970 Ginetta G21 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ginetta |
| Model | Lumina | G21 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
