1960 Ginetta G4 vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ginetta G4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ginetta G4 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1960 Ginetta G4. (39 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ginetta G4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1960 Ginetta G4. 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, 2009 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ginetta G4. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ginetta G4. 2009 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1960 Ginetta G4 has manual transmission. 1960 Ginetta G4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ginetta G4 | 2009 BMW 530 | |
Make | Ginetta | BMW |
Model | G4 | 530 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 23 L | 70 L |