1996 Westfield ZEI vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1996 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1996 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 1037 kg more than 1996 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Westfield ZEI. 2011 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1996 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1996 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Westfield ZEI | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Westfield | Ford |
Model | ZEI | Falcon |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 409 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | LPG |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4955 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2838 mm |