1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 635 kg more than 1982 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (536 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | V8 Zagato | Gemini |
Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |