1982 Westfield ZEI vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1982 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1982 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1032 kg more than 1982 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Westfield ZEI. 2011 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1982 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1982 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Westfield ZEI | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Westfield | Cadillac |
| Model | ZEI | CTS |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2880 mm |
