2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1996 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Westfield ZEI.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Chevrolet | Westfield |
Model | Corvette | ZEI |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |