1981 Holden Gemini vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1981 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Gemini | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Gemini | 535 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4856 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2885 mm |
