2007 BMW 328 vs. 2001 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2001 Westfield ZEI. (130 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2001 Westfield ZEI.
Because 2007 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Westfield ZEI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2001 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | BMW | Westfield |
| Model | 328 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
