1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1991 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1991 Westfield ZEI is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1991 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1991 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1991 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, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin Virage | 1991 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Aston Martin | Westfield |
Model | Virage | ZEI |
Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |