2005 Ginetta G34 vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2005 Ginetta G34 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Talbot Lago America weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Ginetta G34.
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, 2005 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ginetta G34 | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Ginetta | Talbot |
| Model | G34 | Lago America |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1340 mm |
