1962 AC Cobra vs. 1980 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1980 Holden Gemini is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1980 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Cobra weights approximately 29 kg more than 1980 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, 1962 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 1980 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Cobra | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
