1979 Isuzu Gemini vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1979 Isuzu 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (459 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Isuzu Gemini | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
Model | Gemini | 911 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1817 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2355 mm |