2000 Ginetta G34 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S 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 3,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2000 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1224 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 S (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ginetta G34. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ginetta G34 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ginetta | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | G34 | S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1450 mm |
