1960 Ginetta G4 vs. 2008 BMW 523
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 523 (175 HP) has 136 more horse power than 1960 Ginetta G4. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ginetta G4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 835 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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ginetta G4. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ginetta G4. 2008 BMW 523 has automatic transmission and 1960 Ginetta G4 has manual transmission. 1960 Ginetta G4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 523 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ginetta G4 | 2008 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Ginetta | BMW |
| Model | G4 | 523 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23 L | 70 L |
