1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1964 Holden EJ
To start off, 1974 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden EJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden EJ would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1964 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 556 kg more than 1964 Holden EJ. 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, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 1964 Holden EJ | |
| Make | Bitter | Holden |
| Model | Diplomat | EJ |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
