2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1964 Holden EJ
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden EJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden EJ would be higher. At 3,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 536 more horse power than 1964 Holden EJ. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1964 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, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (651 Nm) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EJ. (163 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1964 Holden EJ | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | EJ |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
