2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2001 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ginetta G34. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ginetta G34 would be higher. At 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2001 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2001 Ginetta G34.
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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2001 Ginetta G34 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ginetta |
Model | V8 Vantage | G34 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4735 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1050 mm |