1999 Buick Regal vs. 1999 Ginetta G34

To start off, both 1999 Buick Regal and 1999 Ginetta G34 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1999 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 750 kg more than 1999 Ginetta G34. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Ginetta G34 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Ginetta G34. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ginetta G34. 1999 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1999 Ginetta G34 has manual transmission. 1999 Ginetta G34 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Buick Regal 1999 Ginetta G34
Make Buick Ginetta
Model Regal G34
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Size 3789 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 810 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 3970 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1050 mm


 

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