1981 Holden Gemini vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 30 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 835 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 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Gemini | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Gemini | X3 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
