2009 BMW 525 vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 14 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 12 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 1000 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, 2009 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Westfield ZEI. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | BMW | Westfield |
Model | 525 | ZEI |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2340 mm |