1983 Holden Gemini vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 30 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1492 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.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (649 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Holden Gemini | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Holden | Bentley |
Model | Gemini | Continental |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | FlexFuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3065 mm |