1983 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1983 Westfield ZEI
To start off, both 1983 Mercedes-Benz S and 1983 Westfield ZEI were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1983 Mercedes-Benz S. (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 835 kg more than 1983 Westfield ZEI.
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 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercedes-Benz S. (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mercedes-Benz S | 1983 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Westfield |
Model | S | ZEI |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Size | 2746 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |