1987 Jaguar XJS vs. 1983 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1987 Jaguar XJS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 217 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 905 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, 1987 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jaguar XJS | 1983 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Jaguar | Westfield |
| Model | XJS | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 725 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 |
