1982 BMW 318 vs. 1991 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1991 Westfield ZEI is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1982 BMW 318. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 318 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 318. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 318 | 1991 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | BMW | Westfield |
| Model | 318 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 1765 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
