2006 BMW 335 vs. 1993 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2006 BMW 335 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1993 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1993 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 335 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1993 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 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 335 | 1993 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | BMW | Westfield |
Model | 335 | ZEI |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |