2005 Ginetta G34 vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 2005 Ginetta G34 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 590 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ginetta G34 | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Porsche |
| Model | G34 | 968 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1270 mm |
