1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1997 Westfield ZEI is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1997 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 809 kg more than 1997 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 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Westfield |
| Model | Corvette | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |
