1992 BMW 520 vs. 1966 Ginetta G12
To start off, 1992 BMW 520 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ginetta G12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ginetta G12 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ginetta G12 (158 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ginetta G12 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 520 weights approximately 701 kg more than 1966 Ginetta G12.
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, 1992 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ginetta G12. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ginetta G12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 1966 Ginetta G12 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | 520 | G12 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1020 mm |
