1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1964 Holden EH
To start off, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden EH would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1964 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 400 kg more than 1964 Holden EH. 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, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EH. 1964 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1988 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Holden EH will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 1964 Holden EH | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | Testarossa | EH |
Year Released | 1988 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |