2007 BMW 120 vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Westfield ZEI (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 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 606 kg more than 1995 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, 2007 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Westfield ZEI. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Westfield ZEI. 2007 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1995 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1995 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 | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | BMW | Westfield |
| Model | 120 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 750 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 |
