1979 Holden Gemini vs. 1990 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1990 Maserati Shamal is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 375 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, 1990 Maserati Shamal (445 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Gemini | 1990 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Holden | Maserati |
Model | Gemini | Shamal |
Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 445 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |