1957 Buick 40 vs. 1999 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1999 Westfield ZEI is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Buick 40 (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1999 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1999 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 1075 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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Buick 40 | 1999 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Buick | Westfield |
Model | 40 | ZEI |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2340 mm |