1964 Holden EH vs. 2009 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 45 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 2,928 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1964 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda S2000 weights approximately 135 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, 1964 Holden EH (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1964 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Holden EH | 2009 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | EH | S2000 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2928 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |