1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1964 Holden EJ
To start off, 1964 Holden EJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1964 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 245 kg more than 1964 Holden EJ. 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 1964 Holden EJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Corvette | EJ |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
