1998 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1963 Holden EJ
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 390 kg more than 1963 Holden EJ.
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 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Camaro | 1963 Holden EJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Camaro | EJ |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
