2007 BMW 118 vs. 1963 Holden EJ
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden EJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden EJ would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Holden EJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1963 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, 2007 BMW 118 (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 1963 Holden EJ | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 118 | EJ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
