1997 Westfield ZEI vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1997 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1997 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1997 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Westfield ZEI | 2011 BMW 550 | |
Make | Westfield | BMW |
Model | ZEI | 550 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2969 mm |