1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 2003 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2003 Ginetta G34 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 640 kg more than 2003 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 Ford Fairlane (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Fairlane | 2003 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | Fairlane | G34 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1050 mm |
