1979 Holden Gemini vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1979 Holden Gemini is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 395 kg more than 1979 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, 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden Gemini | 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Gemini | SC |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
