1983 Holden Gemini vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera

To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 905 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 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Holden Gemini 2013 Porsche Panamera
Make Holden Porsche
Model Gemini Panamera
Year Released 1983 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1584 cc 4800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line single
Horse Power 66 HP 395 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Electric
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Single Speed
Vehicle Weight 955 kg 1860 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4970 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 2114 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1418 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2920 mm


 

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