2007 BMW 745 vs. 2002 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2007 BMW 745 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ginetta G34. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ginetta G34 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 745 (326 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2002 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 745 weights approximately 1305 kg more than 2002 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, 2007 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ginetta G34. 2007 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2002 Ginetta G34 has manual transmission. 2002 Ginetta G34 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 745 | 2002 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | 745 | G34 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1050 mm |
