2000 Ginetta G34 vs. 1982 Maserati 420
To start off, 2000 Ginetta G34 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Maserati 420 weights approximately 364 kg more than 2000 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, 1982 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ginetta G34 | 1982 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Maserati |
| Model | G34 | 420 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1320 mm |
