1975 BMW 520 vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1995 Westfield ZEI is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Westfield ZEI (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 BMW 520. (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 520 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Westfield ZEI (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 520. (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1995 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 520 | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | BMW | Westfield |
Model | 520 | ZEI |
Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2340 mm |