1994 BMW 735 vs. 1987 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1994 BMW 735 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Westfield ZEI (218 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1994 BMW 735. (208 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 735 weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1987 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, 1994 BMW 735 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 735 | 1987 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | BMW | Westfield |
| Model | 735 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2340 mm |
