2005 BMW 750 vs. 1985 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2005 BMW 750 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1985 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1985 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 750 weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1985 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, 2005 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Westfield ZEI. 2005 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1985 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1985 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 750 | 1985 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | BMW | Westfield |
| Model | 750 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2340 mm |
