2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1990 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1990 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1990 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 919 kg more than 1990 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1990 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Aston Martin | Westfield |
Model | V8 Vantage | ZEI |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |