2007 BMW 325 vs. 1988 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1988 Westfield ZEI.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1988 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1988 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1988 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | BMW | Westfield |
| Model | 325 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
