2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ginetta G34. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ginetta G34 would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2000 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 654 kg more than 2000 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ginetta |
| Model | Corvette | G34 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1050 mm |
