1999 AC Cobra vs. 1986 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1986 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Cobra weights approximately 300 kg more than 1986 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, 1999 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 1986 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | AC | Westfield |
| Model | Cobra | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2340 mm |
