1988 BMW M3 vs. 1963 Holden EJ
To start off, 1988 BMW M3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden EJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden EJ would be higher. At 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M3 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1963 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, 1988 BMW M3 (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 1963 Holden EJ | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M3 | EJ |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
