2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1975 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1975 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 790 kg more than 1975 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Gemini. (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1975 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
| Model | CLK | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
