New To Premium Diecast? A Comparison Between Brands.

The world of 1:64 scale premium diecast cars has grown rapidly in recent years, with top brands like Mini GT, Tarmac Works, INNO64, Pop Race, and others bringing incredible detail and variety to collectors. But with so many diecast manufacturers now on the market, it can be overwhelming—especially for new collectors—to figure out which brands are worth buying. In this guide, we compare the most popular 1:64 diecast brands, outlining the pros and cons of each to help you make the best choice for your collection.

Mini GT (by TSM)

• Offers a range of makes and models, with consistent quality.
• Great entry prices for premium diecast.
• All diecast feature metal bodies, metal bases, rubber tires, and rolling wheels.
• Rubberized mirrors to prevent damage.
• Wide appeal from casual to serious collectors.
• No opening parts.
• All models are officially licensed.
• True 1:64 scale.
• Sold in blister packs (in the US) but includes a box for storage.

Tarmac Works

• Offers several lines including Global64 and Hobby64.
  • Global64 feature rolling wheels, and more accessible pricing
  • Hobby64 typically include display cases, more details, but are static models
• Prices typically start slightly higher than Mini GT.
• Specializing in race liveries.
• Typically have no opening parts.
• Features metal bodies and rubber tires, although some have plastic bases.
• All models are officially licensed.
• True 1:64 scale.
• Sold in both blister packs and acrylic display cases (in the US).

INNO64

• Specializes in JDM.
• Possibly the most detailed models for the price.
  
• Prices typically start slightly higher than Tarmac Works.
• Features metal bodies, metal bases, and rubber tires. Some models roll.
• Some models have opening parts that may include highly detailed engines.
• Not all models may be officially licensed.
• True 1:64 scale.
• Sold in acrylic display cases.

Pop Race

• A more up-and-coming brand in the US.
• Very unique liveries, with many aftermarket modified models.
• Features metal bodies, metal bases, rubber tires, and rolling wheels.
• Many include opening part, with highly detailed engines.
• Amazing box artwork.
• Not all models may be officially licensed.
• True 1:64 scale.
• Sold in boxes with detailed that are perfect for storage.

Tomica Limited Vintage (TLV)

• The undisputed king of premium diecast. Museum-quality replicas, realistic proportions, stock factory look. Rare models hold value.
• Features metal bodies, metal bases, rubber tires, and rolling wheels.
• Expensive, for the high-end collector.
• All models are officially licensed.
• True 1:64 scale.
• Sold in boxes with detailed artwork.

Comparison Table

Each brand brings its own unique approach to premium diecast, with differences in detail, features, and price. Ultimately, it comes down to this: collect what you like!