2003 Bentley Azure vs. 1983 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1983 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1983 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1725 kg more than 1983 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, 2003 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Westfield ZEI. 2003 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1983 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1983 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Azure | 1983 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Bentley | Westfield |
| Model | Azure | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2340 mm |
