2006 BMW 650 vs. 1977 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1977 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 650 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1977 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, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Gemini. (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 650 | 1977 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 650 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
