1991 Ginetta G vs. 1965 BMW 700
To start off, 1991 Ginetta G is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ginetta G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ginetta G (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1965 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ginetta G should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ginetta G weights approximately 215 kg more than 1965 BMW 700. 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, 1991 Ginetta G (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Ginetta G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ginetta G | 1965 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Ginetta | BMW |
| Model | G | 700 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
