1978 Holden Gemini vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GT weights approximately 625 kg more than 1978 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, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden Gemini | 2007 Maserati GT | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | Gemini | GT |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
