1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 1982 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 400 is newer by 1 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1982 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1982 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1105 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, 1983 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 1982 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Ferrari | Westfield |
| Model | 400 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
