1977 BMW 528 vs. 2001 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2001 Ginetta G34 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1977 BMW 528. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 528 weights approximately 606 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 528. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 2001 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | 528 | G34 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1050 mm |
