1963 Holden EJ vs. 1968 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1968 Toyota 2000GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden EJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden EJ would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Holden EJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (150 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Holden EJ weights approximately 9 kg more than 1968 Toyota 2000GT.
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, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Holden EJ | 1968 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | EJ | 2000GT |
Year Released | 1963 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |