2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 1981 Holden Gemini

To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 19 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 3,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 735 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, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 663 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini. 1981 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena 1981 Holden Gemini
Make Ferrari Holden
Model KS 360 Modena Gemini
Year Released 2000 1981
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3572 cc 1584 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 400 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 773 Nm 110 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 955 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2410 mm