1963 Holden EJ vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 46 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ.
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, 2009 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden EJ | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | EJ | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
