1993 BMW 840 vs. 2000 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2000 Ginetta G34 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 1014 kg more than 2000 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, 1993 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 840 | 2000 Ginetta G34 | |
Make | BMW | Ginetta |
Model | 840 | G34 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1050 mm |