2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1965 Holden EH
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 44 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 219 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 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, 2009 Ford F-150 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 1965 Holden EH | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | F-150 | EH |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2680 mm |
