1999 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1976 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1976 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 954 kg more than 1976 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Gemini. (128 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | 1976 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
| Model | S | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2410 mm |
