1966 Holden EH vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden EH would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 118 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1966 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1966 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, 2008 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden EH | 2008 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | EH | 118 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
