2005 Ginetta G34 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2005 Ginetta G34 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1081 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ginetta G34 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ginetta | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | G34 | S |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1460 mm |