1990 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1989 Westfield ZEI

To start off, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 1 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 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1989 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1989 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 1160 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, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Westfield ZEI.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Ferrari 412 GT 1989 Westfield ZEI
Make Ferrari Westfield
Model 412 GT ZEI
Year Released 1990 1989
Engine Size 4941 cc 1993 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 340 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 451 Nm 292 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1885 kg 725 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 3550 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1060 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2340 mm


 

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