1963 Holden EJ vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 411 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 325 (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 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 325 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | EJ | 325 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
