2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1963 Holden EJ
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 45 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Holden EJ weights approximately 79 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1963 Holden EJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Corvette | EJ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
