1972 BMW Touring vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW Touring weights approximately 65 kg more than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (162 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Touring | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | Touring | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
