1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1982 Holden Gemini is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 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 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 873 kg more than 1982 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 (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 400 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 412 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
