1997 Volkswagen W12 vs. 1985 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 12 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 5,600 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1985 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen W12 weights approximately 240 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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (719 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volkswagen W12 | 1985 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Holden |
| Model | W12 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5600 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
