2001 Ginetta G34 vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ginetta G34. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ginetta G34 would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2001 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 947 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ginetta G34. 2012 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2001 Ginetta G34 has manual transmission. 2001 Ginetta G34 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ginetta G34 | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ginetta | Ford |
| Model | G34 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1433 mm |
