1962 Maserati 3500 vs. 1985 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1985 Westfield ZEI is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1985 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 605 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, 1962 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Maserati 3500 | 1985 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Maserati | Westfield |
Model | 3500 | ZEI |
Year Released | 1962 | 1985 |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |