1963 Rover P6 vs. 2001 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2001 Westfield ZEI is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P6 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Rover P6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Westfield ZEI (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1963 Rover P6. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P6 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P6. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Rover P6 | 2001 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Rover | Westfield |
| Model | P6 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
