2005 Cadillac STS vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1995 Westfield ZEI. (187 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1995 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 1067 kg more than 1995 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, 2005 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Westfield ZEI. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Westfield ZEI. 2005 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1995 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1995 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac STS | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Cadillac | Westfield |
| Model | STS | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2340 mm |
