2009 BMW 120 vs. 2001 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 8 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 19 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 715 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, 2009 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ginetta G34. 2009 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ginetta G34 has manual transmission. 2001 Ginetta G34 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2001 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | 120 | G34 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 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 | 168 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1050 mm |
