1964 Holden EH vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 49 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), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1964 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 445 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Holden EH | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | EH | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2929 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |