2007 BMW 320 vs. 1971 Ginetta G21
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ginetta G21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ginetta G21 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1971 Ginetta G21. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ginetta G21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 723 kg more than 1971 Ginetta G21. 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, 2007 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ginetta G21. (123 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ginetta G21. 2007 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1971 Ginetta G21 has manual transmission. 1971 Ginetta G21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1971 Ginetta G21 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | 320 | G21 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
