2009 BMW M3 vs. 1991 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1991 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1991 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 M3 (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1991 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | BMW | Westfield |
| Model | M3 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
