2005 BMW 530 vs. 1965 Holden EH
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 40 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 405 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, 2005 BMW 530 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 1965 Holden EH | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 530 | EH |
Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 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 | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |