1959 Porsche 356 vs. 1992 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1992 Westfield ZEI is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Porsche 356 weights approximately 113 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Westfield ZEI (293 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Porsche 356 | 1992 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Porsche | Westfield |
| Model | 356 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2340 mm |
