1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1981 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 535 kg more than 1981 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, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 1981 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | Testarossa | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1815 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
