2004 BMW 525 vs. 1985 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1985 Isuzu Gemini. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1985 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1985 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, 2004 BMW 525 (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Isuzu Gemini. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1985 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 525 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
