2012 BMW 740 vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 33 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 1055 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, 2012 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 740 | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 740 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5215 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1479 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
