1990 Holden Gemini vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1990 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 627 kg more than 1990 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Holden Gemini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Holden Gemini | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Holden | Panoz |
Model | Gemini | Esperante |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1471 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |