2007 Maserati GT vs. 1989 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1989 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1989 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GT weights approximately 845 kg more than 1989 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 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GT | 1989 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Maserati | Westfield |
| Model | GT | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
