1963 Holden EJ vs. 2009 BMW 520
To start off, 2009 BMW 520 is newer by 46 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Holden EJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 520 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 520 weights approximately 451 kg more than 1963 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, 2009 BMW 520 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden EJ | 2009 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | EJ | 520 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2890 mm |
