1992 BMW 318 vs. 1999 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1999 Westfield ZEI is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1999 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 318 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1999 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, 1992 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 318 | 1999 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | BMW | Westfield |
| Model | 318 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
