1986 BMW M5 vs. 1965 Holden EH
To start off, 1986 BMW M5 is newer by 21 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 3,428 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M5 weights approximately 334 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, 1986 BMW M5 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M5 | 1965 Holden EH | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | M5 | EH |
Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3428 cc | 2930 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |