1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2001 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2001 Westfield ZEI is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (5 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Westfield ZEI (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 725 kg more than 2001 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2001 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Westfield |
| Model | 300 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |
