1996 BMW 520 vs. 1998 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1998 Westfield ZEI is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1998 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 520 weights approximately 776 kg more than 1998 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, 1996 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 520 | 1998 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | BMW | Westfield |
Model | 520 | ZEI |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1496 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2340 mm |