1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1975 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1975 Holden Gemini is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1975 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 450 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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (320 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Gemini. (127 Nm). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1975 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | DB4 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
