1994 BMW M5 vs. 1984 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 3,795 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1984 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1984 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, 1994 BMW M5 (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Westfield ZEI. (293 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 1984 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | BMW | Westfield |
| Model | M5 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
