1965 Holden EH vs. 1996 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1996 Infiniti J30 is newer by 31 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Infiniti J30 (211 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 415 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.
Because 1965 Holden EH is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Holden EH. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Infiniti J30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Holden EH | 1996 Infiniti J30 | |
Make | Holden | Infiniti |
Model | EH | J30 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |