1963 Holden EJ vs. 2013 BMW M5

To start off, 2013 BMW M5 is newer by 50 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 4,395 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M5 (493 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M5 weights approximately 686 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, 2013 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Holden EJ 2013 BMW M5
Make Holden BMW
Model EJ M5
Year Released 1963 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2262 cc 4395 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 64 HP 493 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 7750 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 519 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 6100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1134 kg 1820 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4863 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1846 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1469 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2889 mm