1977 Ford LTD vs. 1963 Holden EJ
To start off, 1977 Ford LTD is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden EJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden EJ would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford LTD weights approximately 656 kg more than 1963 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, 1977 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1977 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford LTD | 1963 Holden EJ | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | LTD | EJ |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2680 mm |
