2000 Ginetta G34 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 12 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 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2000 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1029 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ginetta G34. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Ginetta G34 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ginetta | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | G34 | E |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1845 kg |