1991 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1964 Holden EJ
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 27 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1964 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 445 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Corvette | 1964 Holden EJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Corvette | EJ |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
