1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino
To start off, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (225 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino weights approximately 515 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, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Portofino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 1987 Lamborghini Portofino | |
| Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
| Model | Gemini | Portofino |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3050 mm |
