1991 Westfield ZEI vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 835 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, 2011 BMW 120 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Westfield ZEI | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Westfield | BMW |
Model | ZEI | 120 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |