1989 Maserati Shamal vs. 1999 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1999 Westfield ZEI is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,215 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1999 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1999 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 600 kg more than 1999 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 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Maserati Shamal | 1999 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Maserati | Westfield |
Model | Shamal | ZEI |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 3215 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |