1983 BMW 525 vs. 1979 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 525 (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 525 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1979 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, 1983 BMW 525 (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1979 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 525 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
