2006 BMW 320 vs. 1965 Holden EH
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 41 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, 2006 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 305 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, 2006 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 320 | 1965 Holden EH | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 320 | EH |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
