1983 Holden Gemini vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 320 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1983 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, 2012 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Holden Gemini | 2012 BMW 320 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Gemini | 320 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 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 | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |