1960 Ford Taunus vs. 1988 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1988 Westfield ZEI is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Taunus weights approximately 241 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Taunus | 1988 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Ford | Westfield |
Model | Taunus | ZEI |
Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2340 mm |