1978 BMW M1 vs. 1996 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1996 Westfield ZEI is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1996 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW M1 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1996 Westfield ZEI. 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, 1978 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW M1 | 1996 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | BMW | Westfield |
| Model | M1 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2340 mm |
