2008 BMW 320 vs. 1992 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Westfield ZEI (293 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1992 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | BMW | Westfield |
| Model | 320 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
