1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1988 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1988 Westfield ZEI is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1988 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1988 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1570 kg more than 1988 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, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Westfield ZEI. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1988 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1988 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 1988 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Cadillac | Westfield |
| Model | Eldorado | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2340 mm |
