1954 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2000 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2000 Westfield ZEI is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm). This means 2000 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Volkswagen Beetle | 2000 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Westfield |
| Model | Beetle | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1192 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
