1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1988 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1988 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1988 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1988 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, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 1988 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Aston Martin | Westfield |
Model | DB7 | ZEI |
Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |