1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1981 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 105 kg more than 1981 Isuzu 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 1981 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Ferrari | Isuzu |
| Model | 250 GT | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
