2008 BMW 740 vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 2008 BMW 740 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 740 (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 740 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1979 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 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 740 | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 740 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
