2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1983 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1983 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B3 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1983 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, 2000 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B3 | 1983 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Alpina | Westfield |
| Model | B3 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
