1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 1963 Holden EJ
To start off, 1998 Bentley Turbo 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Turbo (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1261 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 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 637 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 1963 Holden EJ | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Turbo | EJ |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2680 mm |
