2000 Ginetta G34 vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 2000 Ginetta G34 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Record weights approximately 262 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 2000 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ginetta G34 | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Ginetta | Opel |
| Model | G34 | Record |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1430 mm |
