2001 Dodge Viper vs. 1982 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2001 Dodge Viper is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1982 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1982 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Viper weights approximately 840 kg more than 1982 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, 2001 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Viper | 1982 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Dodge | Westfield |
| Model | Viper | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
