1987 BMW 750 vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1987 BMW 750 is newer by 5 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 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 915 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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 750 | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 750 | Gemini |
Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4986 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |