2005 Ginetta G34 vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G
To start off, 2005 Ginetta G34 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar 420G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar 420G would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 2005 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 968 kg more than 2005 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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ginetta G34 | 1966 Jaguar 420G | |
| Make | Ginetta | Jaguar |
| Model | G34 | 420G |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1390 mm |
