1963 Holden EJ vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 48 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1396 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden EJ | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | EJ | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 2530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3670 mm |
