1998 BMW 318 vs. 1994 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 4 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 565 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1994 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | BMW | Westfield |
| Model | 318 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2340 mm |
