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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Holden EJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 153 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.
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 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 287 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 | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
