1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1964 Holden EJ
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 18 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 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden EJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (220 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1964 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 102 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, 1982 Ferrari 208 (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1964 Holden EJ | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 208 | EJ |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
