1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1971 Ginetta G21
To start off, 1971 Ginetta G21 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Ginetta G21. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ginetta G21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2002 weights approximately 289 kg more than 1971 Ginetta G21. 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, 1968 BMW 2002 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ginetta G21. (123 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ginetta G21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1971 Ginetta G21 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | 2002 | G21 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
