1975 BMW 320 vs. 1966 Ginetta G12
To start off, 1975 BMW 320 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ginetta G12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ginetta G12 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ginetta G12 (158 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 BMW 320. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ginetta G12 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 320 weights approximately 263 kg more than 1966 Ginetta G12.
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, 1975 BMW 320 (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ginetta G12. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ginetta G12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 320 | 1966 Ginetta G12 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | 320 | G12 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
