1954 Studebaker President State vs. 1997 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1997 Westfield ZEI is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Studebaker President State (173 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 1997 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Studebaker President State weights approximately 830 kg more than 1997 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, 1954 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Studebaker President State | 1997 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Studebaker | Westfield |
| Model | President State | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2340 mm |
