1980 BMW 725 vs. 1980 Isuzu Gemini

To start off, both 1980 BMW 725 and 1980 Isuzu Gemini were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1980 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, 1980 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Isuzu Gemini.

Compare all specifications:

1980 BMW 725 1980 Isuzu Gemini
Make BMW Isuzu
Model 725 Gemini
Year Released 1980 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2495 cc 1582 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 215 Nm 116 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2410 mm


 

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