1990 Ginetta G33 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ginetta G33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ginetta G33 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ginetta G33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1990 Ginetta G33. (198 HP @ 5280 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ginetta G33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 1231 kg more than 1990 Ginetta G33. 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ginetta G33. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ginetta G33. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1990 Ginetta G33 has manual transmission. 1990 Ginetta G33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ginetta G33 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Ginetta | BMW |
| Model | G33 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 874 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |
