2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1980 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (518 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1980 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 985 kg more than 1980 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1980 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
| Model | CLS | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4996 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1407 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2410 mm |
