1988 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1998 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1998 Westfield ZEI is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1998 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1998 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 700 kg more than 1998 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, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
1988 De Tomaso Pantera | 1998 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | De Tomaso | Westfield |
Model | Pantera | ZEI |
Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |