1986 Holden Gemini vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1986 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Gemini.
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 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Gemini | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Gemini | 325 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
