1994 Westfield ZEI vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1994 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 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325. 2011 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1994 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1994 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Westfield ZEI | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Westfield | BMW |
| Model | ZEI | 325 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2770 mm |
