1987 Westfield ZEI vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 26 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1987 Westfield ZEI. (218 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1987 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 845 kg more than 1987 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Westfield ZEI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS will offer significantly more control. 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 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Westfield ZEI. 2013 Cadillac ATS has automatic transmission and 1987 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1987 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Westfield ZEI | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Westfield | Cadillac |
| Model | ZEI | ATS |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2776 mm |
