1972 BMW 3 vs. 1960 Ginetta G4
To start off, 1972 BMW 3 is newer by 12 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 3 (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1960 Ginetta G4. (39 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ginetta G4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 3 weights approximately 929 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, 1972 BMW 3 (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ginetta G4. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ginetta G4.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 3 | 1960 Ginetta G4 | |
Make | BMW | Ginetta |
Model | 3 | G4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2050 mm |