1969 Lotus Elan vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1995 Westfield ZEI is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Westfield ZEI (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Elan. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 50 kg more than 1969 Lotus Elan. 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, 1995 Westfield ZEI (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Elan. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Elan | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Lotus | Westfield |
| Model | Elan | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2340 mm |
