1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1995 Westfield ZEI is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,404 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1995 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1995 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1995 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Ferrari | Westfield |
| Model | 348 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
