2004 Ginetta G34 vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 2004 Ginetta G34 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2004 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 564 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ginetta G34 | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Ginetta | Plymouth |
| Model | G34 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1390 mm |
