1963 Holden EJ vs. 1988 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1988 Westfield ZEI is newer by 25 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, 1988 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Holden EJ weights approximately 409 kg more than 1988 Westfield ZEI.
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, 1988 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1988 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden EJ | 1988 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Holden | Westfield |
| Model | EJ | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
