1969 Buick GS vs. 2004 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2004 Ginetta G34 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2004 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 820 kg more than 2004 Ginetta G34. 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, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Buick GS | 2004 Ginetta G34 | |
Make | Buick | Ginetta |
Model | GS | G34 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1050 mm |