1975 Holden Gemini vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1975 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 660 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Gemini. (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Gemini | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Gemini | 280 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
