2001 BMW 730 vs. 2000 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 1 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 2,925 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 730 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 1004 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, 2001 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ginetta G34. 2001 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ginetta G34 has manual transmission. 2000 Ginetta G34 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 730 | 2000 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | 730 | G34 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1050 mm |
