2004 Ginetta G34 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster

To start off, both 2004 Ginetta G34 and 2004 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2004 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 485 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster. 2004 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 2004 Ginetta G34 has manual transmission. 2004 Ginetta G34 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ginetta G34 2004 Porsche Boxster
Make Ginetta Porsche
Model G34 Boxster
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Middle Middle
Engine Size 1998 cc 2687 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 187 HP 237 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1050 mm 1300 mm