2007 BMW 318 vs. 2000 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ginetta G34. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ginetta G34 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 764 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 318 | 2000 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | 318 | G34 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1050 mm |
