1981 BMW 745 vs. 1977 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1981 BMW 745 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1977 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1977 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 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Gemini. (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 1977 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 745 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
