2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1986 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (530 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 1986 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Gemini.
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, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (1,050 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 940 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Gemini. 2009 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 1986 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1986 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Brooklands | 1986 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Brooklands | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 530 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 1050 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2410 mm |
