1964 Holden EJ vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 47 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. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1964 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 105 kg more than 1964 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 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EJ. (163 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden EJ | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Holden | Tesla |
| Model | EJ | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2352 mm |
