1990 BMW 850 vs. 1970 Ginetta G21
To start off, 1990 BMW 850 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ginetta G21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ginetta G21 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1970 Ginetta G21. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ginetta G21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 850 weights approximately 1053 kg more than 1970 Ginetta G21. 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, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ginetta G21. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ginetta G21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 850 | 1970 Ginetta G21 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | 850 | G21 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
