1995 Bentley Azure vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1995 Bentley Azure is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1495 kg more than 1983 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, 1995 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 640 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini. 1995 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1983 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1983 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Azure | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Azure | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2410 mm |
