2002 Ginetta G34 vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2002 Ginetta G34 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2002 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 880 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL. (267 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ginetta G34 | 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ginetta | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | G34 | SL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1300 mm |
