1963 Holden EJ vs. 1983 Maserati 420
To start off, 1983 Maserati 420 is newer by 20 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati 420 (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati 420 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1963 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, 1983 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden EJ | 1983 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | EJ | 420 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
