1969 Ford GT 40 vs. 1980 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1980 Holden Gemini is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1980 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 5 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, 1980 Holden Gemini (110 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1980 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford GT 40 | 1980 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | GT 40 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
