1983 Isuzu Gemini vs. 2010 BMW M6
To start off, 2010 BMW M6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M6 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1983 Isuzu 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, 2010 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Isuzu Gemini | 2010 BMW M6 | |
Make | Isuzu | BMW |
Model | Gemini | M6 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1817 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2781 mm |