2005 BMW 320 vs. 2003 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ginetta G34. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ginetta G34 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 684 kg more than 2003 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, 2005 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 320 | 2003 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | 320 | G34 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1050 mm |
