1986 Bitter SC vs. 1987 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1987 Westfield ZEI is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Westfield ZEI (218 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 875 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 1987 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Bitter | Westfield |
| Model | SC | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
