1983 Holden Gemini vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 23 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini.
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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Holden | Panoz |
| Model | Gemini | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
