2009 BMW 325 vs. 1994 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325.
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, 2009 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1994 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | BMW | Westfield |
| Model | 325 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
