1986 Holden Gemini vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1986 Holden Gemini is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1986 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Porsche 911 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1986 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Gemini | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Gemini | 911 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
