1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1986 Holden Gemini
To start off, both 1986 Ferrari Mondial and 1986 Holden Gemini were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1986 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 440 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Gemini. 1986 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1986 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | Mondial | Gemini |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |