2012 Porsche Panamera vs. 1977 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1977 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 960 kg more than 1977 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Gemini. (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Porsche Panamera | 1977 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Porsche | Holden |
Model | Panamera | Gemini |
Year Released | 2012 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4806 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1931 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1408 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |