1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1983 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, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | DB5 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
