1992 BMW 538 vs. 1966 Holden EH
To start off, 1992 BMW 538 is newer by 26 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 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 538 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 538 (341 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1966 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 538 should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 538 weights approximately 645 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, 1992 BMW 538 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 538 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 538 | 1966 Holden EH | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 538 | EH |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
