2004 BMW 320 vs. 2002 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ginetta G34. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ginetta G34 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2002 Ginetta G34.
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, 2004 BMW 320 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 320 | 2002 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | 320 | G34 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1050 mm |
