1994 BMW 730 vs. 2005 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2005 Ginetta G34 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 730 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 730 weights approximately 870 kg more than 2005 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, 1994 BMW 730 (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 730 | 2005 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | 730 | G34 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1050 mm |
