2005 Ginetta G34 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ginetta G34. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ginetta G34 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 925 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ginetta G34 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Ginetta | BMW |
| Model | G34 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1384 mm |
