1964 Holden EJ vs. 1972 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen 411 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden EJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden EJ would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden EJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volkswagen 411 (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1964 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen 411 should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Holden EJ weights approximately 50 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen 411.
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 EJ (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1964 Holden EJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden EJ | 1972 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | EJ | 411 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
