1981 Holden Gemini vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1981 Holden Gemini is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,329 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1720 kg more than 1981 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Gemini | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Gemini | 600 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1815 cc | 6329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3910 mm |
