2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 1978 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2005 Bentley Arnage is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Arnage (451 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1640 kg more than 1978 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, 2005 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 762 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Arnage | 1978 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Arnage | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2410 mm |
