2006 BMW M3 vs. 1964 Holden EH
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden EH would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1964 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 434 kg more than 1964 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 1964 Holden EH | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M3 | EH |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2928 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
