2001 Ginetta G34 vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Ginetta G34 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 911 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2001 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, 1987 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ginetta G34 | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Porsche |
| Model | G34 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1330 mm |
