2004 BMW 730 vs. 1988 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2004 BMW 730 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1988 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 730 weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1988 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, 2004 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Westfield ZEI. 2004 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1988 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1988 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 730 | 1988 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | BMW | Westfield |
| Model | 730 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2340 mm |
