2011 Bentley Continental Supersports vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 554 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 1286 kg more than 1982 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 690 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Continental Supersports | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 621 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2241 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1946 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1379 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2746 mm | 2410 mm |
