2004 Ginetta G34 vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Ginetta G34 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Porsche 911 weights approximately 90 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 1973 Porsche 911. (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ginetta G34 | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Porsche |
| Model | G34 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1330 mm |
