2006 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 1 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 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 845 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, 2006 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 2005 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | M3 | G34 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1050 mm |
