2005 Ford F-350 vs. 1997 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1997 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1997 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 1865 kg more than 1997 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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 1997 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Ford | Westfield |
| Model | F-350 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2340 mm |
