1982 Holden Gemini vs. 2010 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 805 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, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Gemini | 2010 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Holden | Aston Martin |
| Model | Gemini | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4712 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2741 mm |
