2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1976 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 25 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1976 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1554 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 747 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Gemini. (128 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 1976 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Continental | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2410 mm |
