1983 Westfield ZEI vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1983 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1983 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1983 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, 2010 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Westfield ZEI. 2010 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 1983 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1983 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Westfield ZEI | 2010 BMW 335 | |
Make | Westfield | BMW |
Model | ZEI | 335 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2761 mm |