1992 BMW 740 vs. 1985 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1992 BMW 740 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1985 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1985 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1985 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 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 1985 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | BMW | Westfield |
| Model | 740 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2340 mm |
