2001 Ginetta G34 vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2001 Ginetta G34 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2001 Ginetta G34.
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, 1969 Mercury Montego (382 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ginetta G34 | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Ginetta | Mercury |
| Model | G34 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1400 mm |
