1963 Holden EJ vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 49 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 476 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden EJ | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | EJ | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2497 mm |
