2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1964 Holden EH
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden EH would be higher. At 5,746 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1964 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1964 Holden EH. 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 1964 Holden EH | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 612 | EH |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5746 cc | 2929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
