1991 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2005 Ginetta G34 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2005 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 765 kg more than 2005 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ginetta |
| Model | Corvette | G34 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1050 mm |
