1975 BMW 520 vs. 1999 Ginetta G34
To start off, 1999 Ginetta G34 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 BMW 520. (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 520 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 520. (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1999 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 520 | 1999 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | 520 | G34 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1050 mm |
