2007 BMW 335 vs. 1991 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1991 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1991 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1991 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1991 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | BMW | Westfield |
| Model | 335 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
