1979 Holden Gemini vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 34 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 1039 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (747 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 637 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden Gemini | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Holden | Cadillac |
| Model | Gemini | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 548 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 747 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1994 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1884 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
