1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1964 Holden EH
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 33 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1964 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 280 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1964 Holden EH | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Corvette | EH |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2928 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
