2007 BMW M3 vs. 1966 Ginetta G12
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ginetta G12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ginetta G12 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1966 Ginetta G12. (158 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ginetta G12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 868 kg more than 1966 Ginetta G12. 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ginetta G12. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ginetta G12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 1966 Ginetta G12 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | M3 | G12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
