1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 1999 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1999 Westfield ZEI is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1999 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1999 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 910 kg more than 1999 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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jaguar XJS | 1999 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Jaguar | Westfield |
| Model | XJS | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |
