1976 BMW 633 vs. 1982 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1982 Westfield ZEI is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 633 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 BMW 633. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 633. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 633 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 633. (285 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 633.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 633 | 1982 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | BMW | Westfield |
| Model | 633 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
