1973 Ford Maverick vs. 1999 Ginetta G34
To start off, 1999 Ginetta G34 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1973 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Maverick weights approximately 405 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Maverick. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Maverick | 1999 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | Maverick | G34 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2780 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1050 mm |
