2001 BMW M vs. 1981 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 20 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 325 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, 2001 BMW M (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 1981 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 1815 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
