1998 BMW 328 vs. 1977 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1998 BMW 328 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 328 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1977 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 328 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1977 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, 1998 BMW 328 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Gemini. (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 328 | 1977 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 328 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
