2005 BMW 320 vs. 1960 Ginetta G4
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ginetta G4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ginetta G4 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1960 Ginetta G4. (39 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ginetta G4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1960 Ginetta G4. 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, 2005 BMW 320 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ginetta G4. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ginetta G4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 320 | 1960 Ginetta G4 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | 320 | G4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 23 L |
