2004 Ginetta G34 vs. 2000 Honda S2000
To start off, 2004 Ginetta G34 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S2000 weights approximately 455 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2004 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ginetta G34 | 2000 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Honda |
| Model | G34 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1290 mm |
