2000 AC Cobra vs. 1981 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2000 AC Cobra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Cobra weights approximately 105 kg more than 1981 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, 2000 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 1981 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Cobra | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |
