1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1977 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 2 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1977 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 930 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.
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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Gemini. (127 Nm). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 1977 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 400 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
