2007 BMW 530 vs. 1990 Ginetta G33
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 17 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, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1990 Ginetta G33. (198 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ginetta G33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 406 kg more than 1990 Ginetta G33. 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 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ginetta G33. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ginetta G33.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 1990 Ginetta G33 | |
Make | BMW | Ginetta |
Model | 530 | G33 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5280 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 874 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |