1965 Holden EH vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1126 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 Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado | |
Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
Model | EH | Silverado |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3645 mm |