1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1987 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1987 Westfield ZEI is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1987 Westfield ZEI. (218 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1987 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 790 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Westfield ZEI. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 1987 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1987 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1987 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Westfield |
| Model | 500 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 4972 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2340 mm |
