1991 Ginetta G vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ginetta G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ginetta G would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ginetta G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1991 Ginetta G. (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1991 Ginetta G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 580 kg more than 1991 Ginetta G. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Ginetta G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ginetta G | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Ginetta | BMW |
| Model | G | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
