1997 Porsche 993 vs. 1993 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1993 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1993 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1993 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 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 993 | 1993 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Porsche | Westfield |
| Model | 993 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2340 mm |
