1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1965 Holden EH
To start off, 1965 Holden EH is newer by 2 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 190 kg more than 1965 Holden EH. 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 (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 1965 Holden EH | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Corvette | EH |
Year Released | 1963 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2930 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |