1972 Porsche 911 vs. 1983 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1983 Westfield ZEI is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,339 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 911 weights approximately 352 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 1983 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Porsche | Westfield |
| Model | 911 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2339 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2340 mm |
