1964 Holden EH vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 49 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (222 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1964 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 390 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden EH | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | EH | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2929 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3505 mm |
