1965 Holden EH vs. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II
To start off, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden EH would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1965 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, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II (440 Nm @ 1450 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Holden EH | 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II | |
Make | Holden | Rolls-Royce |
Model | EH | Silver Spirit II |
Year Released | 1965 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1450 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3060 mm |