1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1996 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1996 Westfield ZEI is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1996 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1996 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, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 1996 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Westfield |
| Model | DB5 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |
