1984 Ferrari 208 vs. 1984 Holden Gemini
To start off, both 1984 Ferrari 208 and 1984 Holden Gemini were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1984 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ferrari 208 | 1984 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | 208 | Gemini |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |