1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 would be higher. At 3,499 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 weights approximately 721 kg more than 1983 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 (287 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 has automatic transmission and 1983 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1983 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Gemini | 350 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1676 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |
