2007 BMW 325 vs. 1990 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 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 744 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1990 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | BMW | Westfield |
Model | 325 | ZEI |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 2495 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 | 3500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |