2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1982 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1982 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1982 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-350 weights approximately 241 kg more than 1982 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Westfield ZEI. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1982 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1982 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 1982 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Ford | Westfield |
| Model | E-350 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2340 mm |
