2000 Ginetta G34 vs. 2010 BMW 128
To start off, 2010 BMW 128 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ginetta G34. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ginetta G34 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 128 weights approximately 769 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, 2000 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ginetta G34 | 2010 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Ginetta | BMW |
| Model | G34 | 128 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1412 mm |
