1998 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Ginetta G34
To start off, 1999 Ginetta G34 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Mustang weights approximately 580 kg more than 1999 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, 1998 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Mustang | 1999 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | Mustang | G34 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1050 mm |
