1971 BMW 3 vs. 1964 Holden EJ
To start off, 1971 BMW 3 is newer by 7 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1964 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 250 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, 1971 BMW 3 (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1964 Holden EJ | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 3 | EJ |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
