2000 BMW 320 vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 2000 BMW 320 is newer by 21 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 320 weights approximately 688 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, 2000 BMW 320 (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 320 | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 320 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
