1949 Buick 40 vs. 2000 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2000 Pagani Zonda is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1949 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1949 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Buick 40 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2000 Pagani Zonda.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Buick 40 | 2000 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Buick | Pagani |
| Model | 40 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1250 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
