1995 Westfield ZEI vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1995 Westfield ZEI. (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1995 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 856 kg more than 1995 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Westfield ZEI is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Westfield ZEI. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Westfield ZEI | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Westfield | Nissan |
| Model | ZEI | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2776 mm |
