2010 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 1981 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 1029 kg more than 1981 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, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Maserati GranTurismo | 1981 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Maserati | Holden |
| Model | GranTurismo | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 433 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1984 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3063 mm | 2410 mm |
