1963 Holden EJ vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 47 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, 2010 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 123 weights approximately 351 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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden EJ | 2010 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | EJ | 123 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| 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 | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
