2007 BMW 120 vs. 1990 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 120 weights approximately 624 kg more than 1990 Westfield ZEI.
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, 1990 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120. 2007 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1990 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1990 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 1990 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | BMW | Westfield |
| Model | 120 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
