1999 BMW 318 vs. 1987 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Westfield ZEI (218 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 318 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1987 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 1987 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | BMW | Westfield |
| Model | 318 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
