1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2000 Westfield ZEI is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2000 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 900 kg more than 2000 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Westfield |
| Model | Corvette | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
