2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1988 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (477 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1988 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1988 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (641 Nm) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 1988 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Porsche | Westfield |
| Model | 911 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 477 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 641 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2340 mm |
