2003 BMW M3 vs. 2003 Ginetta G34
To start off, both 2003 BMW M3 and 2003 Ginetta G34 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2003 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 2003 Ginetta G34 | |
Make | BMW | Ginetta |
Model | M3 | G34 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1050 mm |