1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1994 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1994 Westfield ZEI is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1994 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1994 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 875 kg more than 1994 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 De Tomaso Pantera (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 1994 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Westfield |
| Model | Pantera | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
