1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1965 Holden EH
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 31 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 215 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.
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, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH. 1965 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1996 De Tomaso Bigua has manual transmission. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Holden EH will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 1965 Holden EH | |
Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
Model | Bigua | EH |
Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2930 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |