1982 BMW 318 vs. 1960 Ginetta G4
To start off, 1982 BMW 318 is newer by 22 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 1,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 BMW 318 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1960 Ginetta G4. (39 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ginetta G4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 318 weights approximately 575 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, 1982 BMW 318 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ginetta G4. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ginetta G4.
Compare all specifications:
1982 BMW 318 | 1960 Ginetta G4 | |
Make | BMW | Ginetta |
Model | 318 | G4 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1765 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 23 L |