2005 BMW 325 vs. 1991 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1991 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | BMW | Westfield |
| Model | 325 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2340 mm |
