2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1996 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 13 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 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1996 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS 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, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (420 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1996 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Westfield |
| Model | DBS | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
