2005 Ginetta G34 vs. 1982 Porsche 930
To start off, 2005 Ginetta G34 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 930 weights approximately 490 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, 1982 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1982 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ginetta G34 | 1982 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Porsche |
| Model | G34 | 930 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1320 mm |
