2006 BMW 525 vs. 1990 Ginetta G33
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ginetta G33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ginetta G33 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ginetta G33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Ginetta G33. (198 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ginetta G33.
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, 1990 Ginetta G33 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Ginetta G33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1990 Ginetta G33 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | 525 | G33 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3947 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |
