1965 Holden EH vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 46 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, 2011 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 210 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, 2011 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Holden EH | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | EH | 118 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
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 | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |