2009 BMW M6 vs. 2005 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ginetta G34. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ginetta G34 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2005 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2005 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2005 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | M6 | G34 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1050 mm |
