1971 Buick Centurion vs. 1983 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1983 Westfield ZEI is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1983 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1983 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, 1971 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Westfield ZEI. 1971 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1983 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1983 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Centurion | 1983 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Buick | Westfield |
| Model | Centurion | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2340 mm |
