1985 Westfield ZEI vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 780 kg more than 1985 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Westfield ZEI | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Westfield | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | ZEI | C |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
