2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1979 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 800 kg more than 1979 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1979 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | CTS | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
