1987 BMW Z1 vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1987 BMW Z1 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW Z1 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1979 Isuzu 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 Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (162 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW Z1 | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | Z1 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
