1957 Maserati 450 vs. 1985 Westfield ZEI

To start off, 1985 Westfield ZEI is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1985 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1985 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Maserati 450 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1985 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 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Westfield ZEI.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Maserati 450 1985 Westfield ZEI
Make Maserati Westfield
Model 450 ZEI
Year Released 1957 1985
Engine Size 4476 cc 1993 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 395 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 487 Nm 292 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 725 kg
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2340 mm


 

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