1959 BMW 507 vs. 1981 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 507 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1981 Isuzu 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, 1959 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. 1981 Isuzu Gemini has automatic transmission and 1959 BMW 507 has manual transmission. 1959 BMW 507 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Isuzu Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 1981 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 507 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
