1999 BMW 330 vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1995 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1995 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Westfield ZEI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | BMW | Westfield |
| Model | 330 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 720 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 |
