1959 BMW 700 vs. 1987 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1987 Westfield ZEI is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Westfield ZEI (218 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 65 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. 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, 1987 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1987 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1987 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | BMW | Westfield |
| Model | 700 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1993 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2340 mm |
