1978 Ford Falcon vs. 2003 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2003 Ginetta G34 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1978 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Falcon weights approximately 570 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, 2003 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Falcon | 2003 Ginetta G34 | |
Make | Ford | Ginetta |
Model | Falcon | G34 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1050 mm |