1958 BMW 501 vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 501 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 BMW 501 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 501 weights approximately 457 kg more than 1983 Holden Gemini. 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, 1958 BMW 501 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 501 | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 501 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
