1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1987 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1987 Westfield ZEI is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1987 Westfield ZEI. (218 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1987 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 2045 kg more than 1987 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1987 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Westfield |
| Model | 600 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2340 mm |
