2009 BMW M3 vs. 1993 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 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 1993 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 595 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 M3 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 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 1993 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1993 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | BMW | Westfield |
| Model | M3 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1993 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 | 401 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
