1987 BMW 320 vs. 2000 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2000 Ginetta G34 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 320 (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 320 weights approximately 402 kg more than 2000 Ginetta G34. 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, 2000 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 320 | 2000 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | 320 | G34 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1050 mm |
