2009 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ginetta G34. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ginetta G34 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2000 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 709 kg more than 2000 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2000 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | M3 | G34 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1050 mm |
