1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1989 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1989 Westfield ZEI is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alpine V6 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1989 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 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1989 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Alpine | Westfield |
| Model | V6 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
