1989 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1989 Holden Gemini
To start off, both 1989 Ferrari Testarossa and 1989 Holden Gemini were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1989 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 670 kg more than 1989 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Ferrari Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Holden Gemini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Gemini. (117 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Gemini. 1989 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Ferrari Testarossa | 1989 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | Testarossa | Gemini |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |