1981 Ferrari 400 vs. 2004 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2004 Ginetta G34 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2004 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2004 Ginetta G34. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 400 | 2004 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ginetta |
| Model | 400 | G34 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1050 mm |
