1973 Avanti Avanti vs. 2004 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2004 Ginetta G34 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1973 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 774 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, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Avanti Avanti | 2004 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Avanti | Ginetta |
| Model | Avanti | G34 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1050 mm |
