1966 Holden EH vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 46 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, 2012 BMW 120 (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1966 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 320 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, 1966 Holden EH (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1966 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden EH | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | EH | 120 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| 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 | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
