2009 BMW 525 vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1982 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 525 (251 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 525 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
