1978 Buick Century vs. 2002 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2002 Ginetta G34 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 620 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Century | 2002 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Buick | Ginetta |
| Model | Century | G34 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3213 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1050 mm |
