1982 Holden Gemini vs. 1964 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1982 Holden Gemini is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1982 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, 1964 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Gemini | 1964 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | Gemini | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
