1996 BMW 725 vs. 1964 Holden EJ
To start off, 1996 BMW 725 is newer by 32 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 725 (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1964 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 655 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, 1996 BMW 725 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 725 | 1964 Holden EJ | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 725 | EJ |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2680 mm |
