1980 Isuzu Gemini vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 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, 2011 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Isuzu Gemini | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Isuzu | BMW |
| Model | Gemini | 325 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
