1942 Citroen 15 vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda is newer by 67 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (740 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 664 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Citroen 15 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2009 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2009 Pagani Zonda is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1942 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pagani Zonda (708 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Citroen 15 | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Citroen | Pagani |
| Model | 15 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 740 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 708 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4886 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2785 mm |
