1992 BMW 850 vs. 2001 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2001 Ginetta G34 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2001 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 980 kg more than 2001 Ginetta G34. 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 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 2001 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | 850 | G34 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1050 mm |
