2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1960 Ginetta G4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ginetta G4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ginetta G4 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1960 Ginetta G4. (39 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ginetta G4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1960 Ginetta G4. 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ginetta G4. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ginetta G4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1960 Ginetta G4 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | Z4 | G4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 23 L |
