1980 Holden Gemini vs. 1992 BMW 850
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1980 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1980 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, 1992 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Gemini. 1992 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 1980 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1980 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 BMW 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Gemini | 1992 BMW 850 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Gemini | 850 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |