1965 Holden EH vs. 2007 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Maxima is newer by 42 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 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 389 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, 2007 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2007 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Holden EH | 2007 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | EH | Maxima |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 3505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |