2002 BMW 330 vs. 1990 Ginetta G33
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ginetta G33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ginetta G33 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ginetta G33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Ginetta G33. (198 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ginetta G33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 701 kg more than 1990 Ginetta G33. 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 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ginetta G33. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ginetta G33.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1990 Ginetta G33 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | 330 | G33 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 41 L |
