2005 BMW 525 vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 22 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 785 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, 2005 BMW 525 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 525 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
