2008 BMW 523 vs. 1993 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 523 | 1993 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | BMW | Westfield |
Model | 523 | ZEI |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |