1999 BMW 529 vs. 1986 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1999 BMW 529 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 529 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 BMW 529. (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 529. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 529 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1986 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, 1999 BMW 529 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 529 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 529 | 1986 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | BMW | Westfield |
Model | 529 | ZEI |
Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2340 mm |