1981 BMW 525 vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1982 Holden Gemini is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 525 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 525 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1982 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, 1981 BMW 525 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 525 | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 525 | Gemini |
Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1816 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |