2008 BMW M6 vs. 1964 Holden EJ
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden EJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden EJ would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1964 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1964 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, 2008 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M6 | 1964 Holden EJ | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M6 | EJ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |
