1948 Holden FX vs. 2008 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2008 Pagani Zonda is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Holden FX would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pagani Zonda (594 HP) has 543 more horse power than 1948 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1948 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 260 kg more than 1948 Holden FX. 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, 2008 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 623 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Holden FX | 2008 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Holden | Pagani |
| Model | FX | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 594 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
