1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1998 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1998 Westfield ZEI is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (265 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1998 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1998 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1998 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 Mercedes-Benz 500 (404 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Westfield ZEI. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 1998 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1998 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1998 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Westfield |
Model | 500 | ZEI |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 404 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2340 mm |