2004 Ginetta G34 vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2004 Ginetta G34 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 519 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ginetta G34 | 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | G34 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1310 mm |
