2001 BMW M vs. 1992 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 9 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 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1992 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1992 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 650 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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Westfield ZEI. (293 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 1992 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | BMW | Westfield |
| Model | M | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
