1998 BMW 323 vs. 1982 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (169 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 1982 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | BMW | Westfield |
| Model | 323 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
