2002 BMW 330 vs. 1966 Ginetta G12
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ginetta G12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ginetta G12 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1966 Ginetta G12. (158 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ginetta G12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 828 kg more than 1966 Ginetta G12. 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, 2002 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ginetta G12. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ginetta G12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1966 Ginetta G12 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | 330 | G12 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
