2005 BMW M3 vs. 1970 Ginetta G21
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ginetta G21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ginetta G21 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (323 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1970 Ginetta G21. (128 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ginetta G21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 829 kg more than 1970 Ginetta G21. 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 M3 (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ginetta G21. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ginetta G21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 1970 Ginetta G21 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | M3 | G21 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
