2009 BMW 530 vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 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, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1995 Westfield ZEI. (187 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1995 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Westfield ZEI (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | BMW | Westfield |
Model | 530 | ZEI |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 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 |