2005 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1999 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1999 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1999 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1999 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | BMW | Westfield |
| Model | 330 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
