1998 BMW 330 vs. 1991 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 330. (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1991 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 1991 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | BMW | Westfield |
| Model | 330 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
