1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1994 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1994 Westfield ZEI is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alpina B6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alpina B6 would be higher. At 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1994 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpina B6 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1994 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, 1993 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 1994 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Alpina | Westfield |
| Model | B6 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
