1964 Holden EH vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1970 Pontiac GTO is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden EH would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (360 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1964 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 600 kg more than 1964 Holden EH. 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (678 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden EH | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | EH | GTO |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2928 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
