1964 Holden EH vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden EH would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1964 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1964 Holden EH. 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 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Holden EH | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | EH | 535 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2928 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2968 mm |