1965 Holden EH vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 46 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1231 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Holden EH | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
Model | EH | Express |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3429 mm |