1972 BMW Touring vs. 1964 Holden EJ
To start off, 1972 BMW Touring is newer by 8 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 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden EJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Touring (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1964 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Holden EJ weights approximately 100 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Holden EJ (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Holden EJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Touring | 1964 Holden EJ | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | Touring | EJ |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
