2005 Ginetta G34 vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Ginetta G34 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 7,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Monterey (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2005 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1250 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, 1969 Mercury Monterey (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ginetta G34. 1969 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2005 Ginetta G34 has manual transmission. 2005 Ginetta G34 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ginetta G34 | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Ginetta | Mercury |
| Model | G34 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 7032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1380 mm |
