2000 Ginetta G34 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ginetta G34. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ginetta G34 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2000 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2000 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1069 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ginetta G34. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2000 Ginetta G34 has manual transmission. 2000 Ginetta G34 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ginetta G34 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ginetta | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | G34 | CL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1400 mm |
