1988 Westfield ZEI vs. 2011 Audi A7
To start off, 2011 Audi A7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A7 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1988 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1988 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A7 weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1988 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Westfield ZEI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A7 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, 2011 Audi A7 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Westfield ZEI. 2011 Audi A7 has automatic transmission and 1988 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1988 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Westfield ZEI | 2011 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Westfield | Audi |
| Model | ZEI | A7 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2913 mm |
