2008 BMW M5 vs. 1983 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2008 BMW M5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1983 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1983 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Westfield ZEI. 2008 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 1983 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1983 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M5 | 1983 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | BMW | Westfield |
| Model | M5 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |
