1987 BMW 730 vs. 1981 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1987 BMW 730 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 730 weights approximately 647 kg more than 1981 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, 1987 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 730 | 1981 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 730 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
