2004 BMW 325 vs. 1965 Holden EH
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 39 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, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 410 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Holden EH (238 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1965 Holden EH | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 325 | EH |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
