1964 Holden EJ vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 46 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, 2010 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1964 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1964 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, 2010 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden EJ | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | EJ | 120 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
