2004 Ginetta G34 vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 2004 Ginetta G34 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Porsche 356 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2004 Ginetta G34.
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, 2004 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ginetta G34 | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Porsche |
| Model | G34 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1310 mm |
