2009 BMW 120 vs. 1975 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1975 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1975 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, 2009 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Gemini. (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1975 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 120 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
