2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 1965 Holden EH
To start off, 2003 Avanti Studebaker is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden EH would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1590 kg more than 1965 Holden EH. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Holden EH. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Avanti Studebaker | 1965 Holden EH | |
| Make | Avanti | Holden |
| Model | Studebaker | EH |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6751 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2680 mm |
