1995 Westfield ZEI vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 18 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, 1995 Westfield ZEI (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 435 kg more than 1995 Westfield ZEI.
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, 2013 Mini Cooper, 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, 1995 Westfield ZEI (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Westfield ZEI | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Westfield | Mini |
| Model | ZEI | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3723 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2467 mm |
