1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1995 Westfield ZEI is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1995 Westfield ZEI. (187 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1995 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 632 kg more than 1995 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, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Westfield ZEI. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Westfield |
| Model | Pantera | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
