1987 Westfield ZEI vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Westfield ZEI (218 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper weights approximately 500 kg more than 1987 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1987 Westfield ZEI is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Westfield ZEI | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Westfield | Mini |
| Model | ZEI | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2466 mm |
