2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 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 39 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 545 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, 1995 Westfield ZEI (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | BMW | Westfield |
| Model | Z4 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |
