1958 BMW 600 vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 375 kg more than 1958 BMW 600. 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, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600. 1979 Isuzu Gemini has automatic transmission and 1958 BMW 600 has manual transmission. 1958 BMW 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Isuzu Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 600 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2410 mm |
