2000 Ginetta G34 vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 6 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 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2000 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2000 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 858 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, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ginetta G34 | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ginetta | Maserati |
| Model | G34 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1440 mm |
