1970 Buick GS vs. 1990 Westfield ZEI

To start off, 1990 Westfield ZEI is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 904 kg more than 1990 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, 1970 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Westfield ZEI.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Buick GS 1990 Westfield ZEI
Make Buick Westfield
Model GS ZEI
Year Released 1970 1990
Engine Size 5724 cc 1993 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 190 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 394 Nm 292 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 726 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 3550 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1060 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2340 mm


 

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