2009 BMW 745 vs. 1996 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2009 BMW 745 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1996 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1996 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1996 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Westfield ZEI. 2009 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1996 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1996 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 745 | 1996 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | BMW | Westfield |
| Model | 745 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2340 mm |
