2004 Ginetta G34 vs. 1967 Steyr 700C
To start off, 2004 Ginetta G34 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Steyr 700C 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 163 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ginetta G34 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1967 Steyr 700C. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ginetta G34 | 1967 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Ginetta | Steyr |
| Model | G34 | 700C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 642 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1360 mm |
