1988 BMW 525 vs. 1988 Holden Gemini

To start off, both 1988 BMW 525 and 1988 Holden Gemini were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 525 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1988 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1988 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1988 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Holden Gemini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 BMW 525 (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Gemini.

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