1999 BMW 540 vs. 1992 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1999 BMW 540 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1992 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1992 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 540 weights approximately 1046 kg more than 1992 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 540 (439 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Westfield ZEI. (293 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 540 | 1992 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | BMW | Westfield |
| Model | 540 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2340 mm |
