1989 Westfield ZEI vs. 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero

To start off, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 6,340 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,187 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 970 more horse power than 1989 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 1989 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero weights approximately 525 kg more than 1989 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, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,113 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 821 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Westfield ZEI.

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