2007 BMW M5 vs. 2004 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ginetta G34. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ginetta G34 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2004 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2004 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ginetta G34. 2007 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ginetta G34 has manual transmission. 2004 Ginetta G34 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M5 | 2004 Ginetta G34 | |
Make | BMW | Ginetta |
Model | M5 | G34 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1050 mm |