1961 AC Ace vs. 1990 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1990 Westfield ZEI is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 AC Ace weights approximately 87 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 1990 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | AC | Westfield |
| Model | Ace | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
