2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1963 Holden EJ
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Holden EJ weights approximately 24 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
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 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mustang | 1963 Holden EJ | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Mustang | EJ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
