1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1985 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 1985 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1985 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, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Gemini. 1985 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1985 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | V8 Vantage | Gemini |
Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |