2003 BMW 520 vs. 1964 Holden EJ
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 39 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 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden EJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1964 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 430 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, 2003 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 1964 Holden EJ | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 520 | EJ |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
