2004 Ginetta G34 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2004 Ginetta G34 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2004 Ginetta G34.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ginetta G34 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | G34 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1430 mm |
