1970 Ginetta G21 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ginetta G21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ginetta G21 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ginetta G21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1970 Ginetta G21. (128 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ginetta G21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 524 kg more than 1970 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, 2010 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ginetta G21. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ginetta G21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ginetta G21 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Ginetta | BMW |
| Model | G21 | 118 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
