1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1975 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1975 Holden Gemini is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2002 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1975 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, 1968 BMW 2002 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Gemini. (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1975 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 2002 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
