2008 BMW 530 vs. 1980 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1980 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, 2008 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 1980 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 530 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
