2003 BMW 760 vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2003 BMW 760 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 760 weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1983 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, 2003 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini. 2003 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1983 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1983 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 760 | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 760 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
