1976 BMW 628 vs. 1978 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1978 Holden Gemini is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 628 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini.
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, 1976 BMW 628 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 628 | 1978 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 628 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
