2009 BMW 535 vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini.
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 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 535 | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 535 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
