1961 BMW 700 vs. 1986 Ginetta G32
To start off, 1986 Ginetta G32 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ginetta G32 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ginetta G32 (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ginetta G32 should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ginetta G32 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. 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, 1986 Ginetta G32 (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ginetta G32 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 700 | 1986 Ginetta G32 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | 700 | G32 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2220 mm |
