2000 BMW M3 vs. 1999 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2000 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW M3 (325 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1999 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW M3 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1999 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, 2000 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW M3 | 1999 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | BMW | Westfield |
Model | M3 | ZEI |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |