1975 Holden Gemini vs. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1975 Holden Gemini is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Jaguar Mark IV (124 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1975 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1946 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 890 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, 1946 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Gemini. (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1946 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Holden Gemini | 1946 Jaguar Mark IV | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | Gemini | Mark IV |
Year Released | 1975 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3060 mm |