1981 Ferrari 308 vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1995 Westfield ZEI is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1995 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1995 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1995 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, 1981 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 308 | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Ferrari | Westfield |
| Model | 308 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
