1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2004 Ginetta G34 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 2004 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1182 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, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Ginetta G34 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ginetta |
Model | V8 Vantage | G34 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1050 mm |