2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Ginetta G34

To start off, 2004 Ginetta G34 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 675 kg more than 2004 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (414 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ginetta G34.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Ford Mustang 2004 Ginetta G34
Make Ford Ginetta
Model Mustang G34
Year Released 2001 2004
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4599 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 265 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 414 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2900 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 810 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 3970 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1050 mm


 

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