2000 BMW Z8 vs. 1978 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2000 BMW Z8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z8 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1978 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, 2000 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z8 | 1978 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | Z8 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
