1995 Westfield ZEI vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1995 Westfield ZEI. (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1995 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1995 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Westfield ZEI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Westfield ZEI. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Westfield ZEI. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1995 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1995 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Westfield ZEI | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Westfield | BMW |
| Model | ZEI | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3070 mm |
