2005 Ginetta G34 vs. 2008 TVR T 440 R
To start off, 2008 TVR T 440 R is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ginetta G34. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ginetta G34 would be higher. At 4,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 TVR T 440 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR T 440 R (434 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2005 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 440 R should accelerate faster than 2005 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 TVR T 440 R weights approximately 475 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, 2008 TVR T 440 R (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 TVR T 440 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ginetta G34 | 2008 TVR T 440 R | |
| Make | Ginetta | TVR |
| Model | G34 | T 440 R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 434 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1220 mm |
