2000 BMW 316 vs. 1990 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2000 BMW 316 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2000 BMW 316. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 316 weights approximately 584 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1990 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 316 | 1990 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | BMW | Westfield |
| Model | 316 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
