1987 BMW M6 vs. 1976 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1987 BMW M6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1976 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW M6 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1976 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 M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Gemini. (128 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW M6 | 1976 Holden Gemini | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | M6 | Gemini |
Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |