1979 Isuzu Gemini vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 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, 2010 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu Gemini | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Isuzu | BMW |
| Model | Gemini | 325 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
