2006 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ginetta G34. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ginetta G34 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 805 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2001 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | 325 | G34 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1050 mm |
