1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1979 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 875 kg more than 1979 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, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1979 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
