2006 Alpina B3 vs. 1997 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1997 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B3 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1997 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, 2006 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B3 | 1997 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Alpina | Westfield |
| Model | B3 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
