1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1963 Holden EJ
To start off, 1963 Holden EJ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Holden EJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Holden EJ weights approximately 450 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1963 Holden EJ | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | 500 Testarossa | EJ |
Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |