2005 Ginetta G34 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2005 Ginetta G34 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1960 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ginetta G34 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | G34 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1520 mm |
