1980 Holden Gemini vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1980 Holden Gemini is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,525 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1980 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1980 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Gemini | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Gemini | 250 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2525 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
