2009 BMW 530 vs. 1998 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1998 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1998 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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Westfield ZEI. 2009 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1998 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1998 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 1998 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | BMW | Westfield |
Model | 530 | ZEI |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |