1966 Ford 12 M vs. 2004 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2004 Ginetta G34 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford 12 M weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Ginetta G34.
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, 2004 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford 12 M | 2004 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | 12 M | G34 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1050 mm |
