1995 BMW 330 vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 16 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 510 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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. 1979 Isuzu Gemini has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Isuzu Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 330 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
