1992 BMW 740 vs. 1986 Ginetta G32
To start off, 1992 BMW 740 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ginetta G32. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ginetta G32 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1986 Ginetta G32. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ginetta G32. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 937 kg more than 1986 Ginetta G32. 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, 1992 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ginetta G32. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ginetta G32.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 1986 Ginetta G32 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | 740 | G32 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2220 mm |
