1998 Acura NSX vs. 1963 Holden EJ
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 35 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura NSX weights approximately 326 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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 1963 Holden EJ | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | NSX | EJ |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
