2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1991 Ginetta G
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ginetta G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ginetta G would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ginetta G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ginetta G (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ginetta G should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1468 kg more than 1991 Ginetta G.
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, 1991 Ginetta G (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ginetta G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1991 Ginetta G has manual transmission. 1991 Ginetta G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1991 Ginetta G | |
| Make | Dodge | Ginetta |
| Model | Charger | G |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
