1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo vs. 1983 Holden Gemini

To start off, both 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo and 1983 Holden Gemini were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 587 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo weights approximately 875 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (815 Nm) has 705 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini. 1983 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo 1983 Holden Gemini
Make Ferrari Holden
Model 512 BBi Turbo Gemini
Year Released 1983 1983
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 1584 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 653 HP 66 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 815 Nm 110 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1830 kg 955 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1060 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2410 mm


 

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