2002 Vector M12 vs. 2000 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2002 Vector M12 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2000 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 2000 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vector M12 weights approximately 912 kg more than 2000 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, 2002 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Vector M12 | 2000 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Vector | Westfield |
| Model | M12 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 484 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
