1968 Ford 17 vs. 2004 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2004 Ginetta G34 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 330 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 2004 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | 17 | G34 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1050 mm |
