2008 BMW 525 vs. 2002 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 6 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 870 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, 2002 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2002 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | 525 | G34 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1050 mm |
