1972 BMW 520 vs. 2000 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2000 Ginetta G34 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 520 weights approximately 629 kg more than 2000 Ginetta G34.
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, 2000 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 2000 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | 520 | G34 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1050 mm |
