1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1978 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1978 Holden Gemini is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 312 kg more than 1978 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, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 1978 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | DB4 | Gemini |
Year Released | 1953 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |