1997 BMW 316 vs. 1965 Holden EH
To start off, 1997 BMW 316 is newer by 32 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 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 316 (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 316 weights approximately 125 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, 1965 Holden EH (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 316. 1965 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1997 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 1997 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Holden EH will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 316 | 1965 Holden EH | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 316 | EH |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
