2007 BMW 330 vs. 1965 Holden EH
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 42 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), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 320 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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1965 Holden EH | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 330 | EH |
Year Released | 2007 | 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 | 228 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 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 |