1972 BMW 3 vs. 1990 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1990 Westfield ZEI is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,003 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 BMW 3. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 3 weights approximately 544 kg more than 1990 Westfield ZEI.
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, 1990 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 3. (272 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 3 | 1990 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | BMW | Westfield |
| Model | 3 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 3003 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
