2007 BMW 550 vs. 1991 Ginetta G
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ginetta G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ginetta G would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ginetta G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1991 Ginetta G. (197 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ginetta G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1991 Ginetta G. 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 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ginetta G. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ginetta G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1991 Ginetta G | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | 550 | G |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
