2009 BMW 650 vs. 1993 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1993 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1993 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1993 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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1993 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | BMW | Westfield |
Model | 650 | ZEI |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2340 mm |