1966 AC Cobra vs. 1989 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1989 Westfield ZEI is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1989 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1989 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 AC Cobra weights approximately 422 kg more than 1989 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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1989 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | AC | Westfield |
| Model | Cobra | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
