1992 BMW 520 vs. 1991 Ginetta G
To start off, 1992 BMW 520 is newer by 1 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, 1991 Ginetta G (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ginetta G should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 520 weights approximately 613 kg more than 1991 Ginetta G.
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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1991 Ginetta G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 1991 Ginetta G | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | 520 | G |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1050 mm |
