2004 BMW 530 vs. 2004 Ginetta G34
To start off, both 2004 BMW 530 and 2004 Ginetta G34 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,924 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 530 (228 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 530 weights approximately 760 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 BMW 530 (290 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 530 | 2004 Ginetta G34 | |
Make | BMW | Ginetta |
Model | 530 | G34 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2924 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 280 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1050 mm |