1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1988 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1988 Westfield ZEI is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (109 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1988 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Westfield |
| Model | 300 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2340 mm |
