2004 Ferrari 612 vs. 1964 Holden EJ
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 612 is newer by 40 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1964 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 710 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, 2004 Ferrari 612 (590 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 612 | 1964 Holden EJ | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 612 | EJ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
