1994 Westfield ZEI vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (182 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 710 kg more than 1994 Westfield ZEI.
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, 1994 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 1994 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1994 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Westfield ZEI | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Westfield | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | ZEI | SLK |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2431 mm |