2008 BMW 118 vs. 2001 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ginetta G34. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ginetta G34 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2001 Ginetta G34.
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, 2008 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2001 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | 118 | G34 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1050 mm |
