1998 BMW M vs. 1981 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1998 BMW M is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW M (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW M weights approximately 400 kg more than 1981 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 M (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW M | 1981 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1815 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
