1965 Holden EH vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden EH would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (155 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 Holden EH (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Holden EH | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | EH | 120 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |