1964 Holden EJ vs. 1965 BMW 700
To start off, 1965 BMW 700 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden EJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden EJ would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden EJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Holden EJ (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1965 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Holden EJ should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Holden EJ weights approximately 470 kg more than 1965 BMW 700. 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, 1964 Holden EJ (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Holden EJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden EJ | 1965 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | EJ | 700 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2130 mm |
