2009 Ford F-450 vs. 1964 Holden EH
To start off, 2009 Ford F-450 is newer by 45 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1964 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EH.
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, 2009 Ford F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-450 | 1964 Holden EH | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | F-450 | EH |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 2928 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2670 mm |
