1956 BMW 501 vs. 2004 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2004 Ginetta G34 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 501 would be higher. At 3,166 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 501 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 501 | 2004 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | 501 | G34 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3166 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1050 mm |
