1988 BMW M6 vs. 1960 Ginetta G4
To start off, 1988 BMW M6 is newer by 28 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 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1960 Ginetta G4. (39 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ginetta G4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M6 weights approximately 1060 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, 1988 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ginetta G4. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ginetta G4.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M6 | 1960 Ginetta G4 | |
Make | BMW | Ginetta |
Model | M6 | G4 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 23 L |