2002 BMW 332 vs. 1996 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2002 BMW 332 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1996 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1996 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1996 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, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 332 | 1996 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | BMW | Westfield |
Model | 332 | ZEI |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |