1970 Ginetta G21 vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 41 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1970 Ginetta G21. (128 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ginetta G21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 739 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ginetta G21. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ginetta G21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ginetta G21 | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Ginetta | BMW |
| Model | G21 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
