1984 BMW 628 vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1984 BMW 628 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW 628 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1982 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, 1984 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini. 1982 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1984 BMW 628 has manual transmission. 1984 BMW 628 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 628 | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 628 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
