1965 Holden EH vs. 2012 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 47 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Impala (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 428 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, 2012 Chevrolet Impala, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Impala (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden EH | 2012 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | EH | Impala |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2807 mm |
