1965 Holden EH vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise 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 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 259 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise.
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, 1965 Holden EH (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise. 1965 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 2011 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2011 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Holden EH will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Holden EH | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Holden | Lotus |
Model | EH | Elise |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2299 mm |