2012 Dodge Charger vs. 1976 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1976 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 913 kg more than 1976 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Gemini. (128 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dodge Charger | 1976 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Charger | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5077 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3053 mm | 2410 mm |
