2005 BMW 318 vs. 2002 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 3 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 38 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 585 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, 2002 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318. 2005 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 2002 Ginetta G34 has manual transmission. 2002 Ginetta G34 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 2002 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | 318 | G34 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1050 mm |
