1992 BMW 320 vs. 1970 Ginetta G21
To start off, 1992 BMW 320 is newer by 22 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ginetta G21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1970 Ginetta G21. (128 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ginetta G21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 320 weights approximately 509 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, 1970 Ginetta G21 (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Ginetta G21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 320 | 1970 Ginetta G21 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | 320 | G21 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
