2005 BMW M3 vs. 1983 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1983 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 847 kg more than 1983 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 M3 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 1983 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | BMW | Westfield |
| Model | M3 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
