2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1984 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Gemini. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 888 kg more than 1984 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, 2005 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Gemini. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 1984 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Alpina | Isuzu |
| Model | B3 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
