1963 Holden EJ vs. 1998 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1998 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 35 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 156 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, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden EJ | 1998 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Holden | Venturi |
| Model | EJ | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
