2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1980 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1980 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1980 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 1980 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Porsche | Holden |
| Model | 911 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
